Bob Believes That There Is a Difference Between the "Deserving

question 48

Multiple Choice

Bob believes that there is a difference between the "deserving" and "undeserving" poor and that only the "deserving" poor should receive government assistance.Bob's view best illustrates ______ theory.

• A)functionalist
• B)social mobility
• C)social status
• D)labeling

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Definitions:

Later Information

Information that is received or processed after an initial set of data or facts, which can influence or alter understanding and decision-making.

Impression

The initial perception or judgment one forms about another person or situation based on available information.

Motivated Tactician

A theoretical concept suggesting that individuals are flexible and strategic in their cognitive processing, driven by goals, motives, and needs.

Cognitive Consistency

Cognitive consistency is a psychological theory that proposes individuals desire to maintain a consistent set of beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors to reduce psychological discomfort.