With Respect to How Attributions Are Made, a Cognitive Miser

question 33

Multiple Choice

With respect to how attributions are made, a cognitive miser is a person who:

• A) usually has a poorly formed self-concept.
• B) habitually uses cognitive heuristics.
• C) has a well-concealed locus of control.
• D) is mistrustful of the motives of others.

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Definitions:

Scapegoat Theory

The assertion that prejudice and discrimination originate in the frustrations of people who want to blame someone else for their problems.

Cultural Norms

Collective norms and regulations that influence the conduct of individuals within societal collections.

Extreme Prejudice

Extreme prejudice refers to intense bias or hostility towards particular groups, which can manifest in aggressive discrimination, violence, or exclusionary practices.

Majority

A definable category of people who are socially advantaged.