According to Social Identity Theorists" Social Identities Are Formed

question 78

Multiple Choice

According to social identity theorists" social identities are formed:

• A)when individuals seek recognition for their positive attributes
• B)when status beliefs become salient
• C)when people self-categorize and distinguish between "us" and "them"
• D)when tasks require abilities or skills not possessed by everyone
• E)when the costs of unstructured interaction exceeds its benefits

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Definitions:

Selective Attention

The focusing of conscious awareness on a particular stimulus.

Left Hemisphere

Refers to the side of the brain that is often associated with analytical thinking, language processing, and logic.

Word Recognition

The ability to identify and understand written words quickly and automatically, a key skill in reading.

Perceptual Skills

Abilities that allow individuals to interpret and make sense of sensory information.