Lonnie's Narrative Applied Dovidio and Gaertner's (1986, 2000) Concept of Aversive

question 52

Multiple Choice

Lonnie's narrative applied Dovidio and Gaertner's (1986, 2000) concept of aversive racism to sexism. She reported that a male colleague

• A) justified why they should hire two male candidates over female candidates with equal qualifications.
• B) justified why they should hire two female candidates over male candidates with equal qualifications.
• C) justified why they should hire one male and one female candidate of equal qualifications.
• D) could not decide upon which candidates to hire because they all had equal qualifications.

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Definitions:

Scapegoat's Feelings

The emotions experienced by an individual who is unfairly blamed for problems or negative outcomes, often leading to feelings of rejection, guilt, or low self-esteem.

Empathy

The capacity to comprehend and empathize with someone else's emotions.

Kinship Bonds

Emotional and social connections based on blood relations, marriage, or adoption that form a fundamental aspect of social structure.

Spirituality

A broad concept that involves a sense of connection to something bigger than ourselves, often involving a search for meaning in life and may be expressed through religious practice or personal belief.