Roger Holds a Number of Negative Stereotypes About Women

question 201

Multiple Choice

Roger holds a number of negative stereotypes about women. Specifically, he thinks that most women are manipulative, vain, and lazy. In trying to understand Roger's beliefs, which of the following questions would a social psychologist be MOST likely to ask?

• A)Does Roger feel so intimidated by women that he expresses these negative stereotypes in order to "cover up" his deep-seated lack of self-esteem?
• B)Did Roger have a difficult relationship with his mother as a young child that might have fostered a negative attitude toward all women?
• C)Does Roger have a brain abnormality?
• D)Has Roger been exposed to these stereotypes in the media, or has he had limited (but negative)interactions with women that might have helped perpetuate these stereotypes?

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