Which of the Following Statements Align with the Just-World Hypothesis

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements align with the just-world hypothesis?

• A)People deserve whatever comes to them.
• B)People are not at fault for their victimization.
• C)Bad things happen to good people.
• D)It is not about luck in this world.

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Definitions:

Preston Brooks

A 19th-century American politician known for assaulting abolitionist Senator Charles Sumner in the Senate chamber, which intensified tensions leading up to the Civil War.

Lecompton Constitution

A proposed Kansas State Constitution, drafted in 1857, which would have allowed slavery in the state. It was contested and eventually rejected due to widespread opposition to its pro-slavery stance.

Republican Party

One of the two major contemporary political parties in the United States, commonly associated with conservative ideologies, favoring smaller government, lower taxes, and a strong national defense.

Economic Development

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