When Comparing Themselves to Others, Most People Choose to Compare

question 8

Multiple Choice

When comparing themselves to others, most people choose to compare themselves to people who are ____.

• A) much better than they are
• B) much worse than they are
• C) slightly better than they are
• D) slightly worse than they are

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Definitions:

Scapegoat Theory

A social psychology concept explaining that individuals or groups are unfairly blamed for problems or negative outcomes, often to divert attention from the true causes.

Group

An ensemble of persons who engage in interaction, have alike features, and as a whole experience a sense of cohesion or identity.

Tensions

Psychological or emotional strain or stress that can arise from a variety of sources, often associated with conflicting demands or challenges.

Realistic Conflict Theory

A social psychological model that explains how conflict and hostility between groups arise from competition over resources or conflicting goals.