In the Context of Intergroup Relations,which of the Following Theories

question 71

Multiple Choice

In the context of intergroup relations,which of the following theories best explains why individuals invariably think of the group to which they belong as an ingroup?

• A)cognitive dissonance theory
• B)social identity theory
• C)social exchange theory
• D)self-perception theory

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Definitions:

Experiment

A systematic activity carried out to test a hypothesis, discover a new fact, or demonstrate known facts.

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ABAB

A research design used in behavior analysis to test the effectiveness of interventions through a sequence of baselines and treatments phases.