Researchers Provided College Student Participants with a Description of a Woman's

question 39

Multiple Choice

Researchers provided college student participants with a description of a woman's friendly behavior. In addition, some participants were told that the woman was raped by the man, whereas others were provided no such information. When participants judged the appropriateness of the woman's behavior, __________.

• A) men in the "rape" condition engaged in victim blame, but the women didn't
• B) participants in the "rape" condition judged the woman's behavior as inappropriate
• C) only participants who believed in a just world blamed the victim
• D) female participants were better able to empathize with the rape victim

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Definitions:

Aggressive Behavior

Actions intended to harm or injure another individual, whether physically or psychologically.

Aversive Emotional Arousal

An uncomfortable or negative emotional response induced by certain stimuli or situations, often leading to avoidance behavior.

Presence Of A Weapon

Refers to situations or contexts where a weapon is available or detected, which can influence individuals' behavior and perceptions.

Aggression

Hostile or violent behavior or attitudes toward another, often with the intention to dominate, harm, or assert power.