Which of the Following Statements Is True of System-Justifying Belief

question 116

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of system-justifying belief?

• A) It eliminates ingroup and outgroup favoritism.
• B) It supports disadvantaged groups challenging an economic system.
• C) It focuses mostly on protecting the status quo.
• D) It focuses on creating a racially and socially equal society.

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Definitions:

Equity Theory

A concept in social psychology that suggests individuals determine the fairness of their job outcomes by comparing themselves to others.

Piece Rate

A compensation system where employees are paid based on the quantity of units they produce or tasks they complete, encouraging productivity but potentially impacting job satisfaction and quality.

Specific High Learning Goal

A clearly defined objective aimed at achieving a significant level of knowledge or skill in a particular area.

Goal Setting

The process of establishing specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives.