Terror Management Theory Proposes That Prejudice Against Different Groups Results

question 117

Multiple Choice

Terror management theory proposes that prejudice against different groups results from:

• A)uncertainty.
• B)concerns about mortality.
• C)intergroup anxiety.
• D)competition over scarce resources.

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Definitions:

Inflation

A broad escalation in prices coupled with a reduction in the purchasing power of currency.

Creditors

Individuals, businesses, or financial institutions that lend money or extend credit to others, expecting repayment in the future.

Fixed Incomes

Types of investment securities that pay investors fixed interest or dividend payments until their maturity date.

Business Cycle

The cyclical pattern of economic growth characterized by phases of expansion, peak, downturn, and recovery, which naturally progresses over time.