In a Study Based on Tajfel's Theory of Social Identity,Cathy

question 128

Multiple Choice

In a study based on Tajfel's theory of social identity,Cathy is randomly assigned to Group A,and Sara is randomly assigned to GroupB.When asked to award money to other study participants,both Cathy and Sara award money only to members of their own groups.This behavior is predicted by Tajfel's theory and best exemplifies

• A)ingroup favoritism.
• B)ethnocentrism.
• C)cultural bias.
• D)group polarization.

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