A Group of Psychologists Is Attempting to Determine What Causes

question 127

Multiple Choice

A group of psychologists is attempting to determine what causes some people to be optimistic and sociable, while others are pessimistic and reserved. They are most likely to be ________ psychologists.

• A) developmental
• B) counseling/clinical
• C) psychometric
• D) personality

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Definitions:

Racial Group

A social category of people who share distinct physical or genetic traits deemed significant by society.

Affirmative Action

Policies and practices within a society aimed at increasing opportunities for historically marginalized groups by favoring them in areas like education and employment.

Increase Diversity

The act of making a group, organization, or ecosystem more varied in terms of cultural, biological, or other forms of differences.

Reverse Discrimination

Reverse discrimination refers to unfair treatment of members of a majority or historically advantaged group, often as a result of policies intended to address historical injustices.