Some Studies Reported in the Text Have Found That Minority

question 83

Multiple Choice

Some studies reported in the text have found that minority members score lower on identity than whites, a finding which is interpreted as a consequence of

• A) cultural factors.
• B) genetic differences.
• C) intellectual differences.
• D) research bias.

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Definitions:

Consumer Ethnocentrism

The belief among consumers that purchasing domestic products is morally right and beneficial to the national economy, often leading to a preference for domestic goods over foreign ones.

Xenophobia

The fear or hatred of strangers, foreigners, or anything perceived as foreign or different.

Cultural Fit

The extent to which an individual’s beliefs, values, and behavior align with the culture of an organization or team.

Sociocultural Bias

The presence of bias in judgments or actions influenced by societal and cultural norms or prejudices.