Larry Believes That Chris Contributed to Getting Raped by Wearing

question 14

Multiple Choice

Larry believes that Chris contributed to getting raped by wearing a skirt and tank top to a party. He also believes that a battered woman in his hometown is probably responsible for the abuse. This way of thinking represents Larry's __________.

• A) use of gender stereotypes
• B) belief in a just world
• C) unrealistic optimism
• D) use of distinctiveness information

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