In Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Theory, the Context in Which Children Live

question 95

Multiple Choice

In Bronfenbrenner's ecological theory, the context in which children live and interact with the people and institutions closest to them, such as parents, peers, and school, is the:

• A)macrosystem
• B)mesosystem
• C)microsystem
• D)exosystem

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Definitions:

Intergroup Conflict

A situation in which groups with perceived incompatible goals or interests are in opposition, leading to conflict.

Ingroup Bias

The tendency to favor members of one's own group over those from external groups, often leading to prejudicial attitudes and discrimination.

Arbitrarily Formed Groups

Groups formed without any specific rationale or logical reasoning, often for experimental purposes.

Presumed Membership

The assumption or belief that an individual belongs to a certain group or category based on perceived characteristics or stereotypes.