The Theory That Deals with How People Construct Causal Explanations

question 34

Multiple Choice

The theory that deals with how people construct causal explanations is:

• A) causal identity theory.
• B) attribution theory.
• C) cognition theory.
• D) categorisation theory.

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Definitions:

Earnings Differential

The difference in earnings between two or more groups, typically based on factors such as education, experience, occupation, or gender.

Mean Earnings

The average income earned by an individual, group, or population within a specified time period, calculated by dividing the total income by the number of earners.

Human Capital

The collective skills, knowledge, and experiences of an organization's or society's workforce, considered as an asset or economic value.

Employment Discrimination

The unfair treatment of employees or job applicants based on characteristics such as race, gender, or age, rather than job performance or qualifications.