Out of Jealousy, We Tend to Attribute Positive Characteristics to Our

question 658

True/False

Out of jealousy, we tend to attribute positive characteristics to our out-groups and negative characteristics to our in-groups.

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Definitions:

Stereotyping

The act of assigning fixed, generalized traits to individuals or groups based on their membership in a particular category, often leading to oversimplification and bias.

Recency Effect

A memory phenomenon where the most recently presented information is remembered best.

Social Identity Theory

A theory that proposes individuals derive part of their identity and self-esteem from the groups to which they belong.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unfavorable condition strengthens a desired behavior.