William Julius Wilson Rejects the Explanation in Favor of a Social/economic

question 101

Multiple Choice

William Julius Wilson rejects the explanation in favor of a social/economic explanation of racial differences.

• A) Moynihan
• B) culture of poverty
• C) cultural deficiencies
• D) inner city

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Definitions:

Central Route

In the context of persuasion, it refers to a pathway of influencing attitudes by appealing to logic and reason, involving careful and thoughtful consideration of message content.

Peripheral Route

A mode of persuasion that occurs when someone evaluates a message based on superficial cues rather than the actual content of the message.

Stereotypes

Overgeneralized beliefs about a particular category of people, which often lead to assumptions and judgments without individual evidence.

Fear Arousal

The emotional state resulting from perceived threats leading to anxiety, heightened sensory awareness, and readiness for fight or flight.