A Duke University Committee on Admissions Called for a One-Third

question 1

Multiple Choice

A Duke University committee on admissions called for a one-third cut in applicants accepted for development reasons because of concern that such admissions:

• A) lessen the intellectual vitality of the student body.
• B) undermine racial diversity.
• C) undermine economic diversity.
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Arguing

Engaging in a discussion or dispute with someone in which differing opinions are expressed, often with the aim of persuading the other party.

Characteristically Aggressive

Frequently displaying behavior intended to harm or intimidate others.

Hostile Attribution Bias

The inclination to perceive the actions of others as being motivated by malice, regardless of whether those actions are unclear or harmless.

Hostile Expectation Bias

The tendency to anticipate or perceive hostility from others, even in neutral or ambiguous situations.