The Concept of an "Assumptive World" Refers To

question 17

Multiple Choice

The concept of an "assumptive world" refers to:

• A)False beliefs that people hold about the world
• B)Hopes, fears, and other emotional reactions to the world
• C)A conceptual system providing expectations about the world and ourselves
• D)All of these
• E)None of these

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Definitions:

Social Identity Theory

The theory that people define and evaluate themselves largely in terms of the social groups with which they identify.

Social Dominance

The concept that some individuals or groups hold a higher status within a social hierarchy, often exerting power or influence over others.

System Justification

A theory suggesting that people have a tendency to defend, uphold, and rationalize the status quo, even when it is detrimental to their own interest.

Ingroup Bias

The tendency to favor and prioritize one's own group over others in various contexts, often leading to prejudice against outgroups.