Most People Assume That Outgroup Members Are Relatively Similar to One

question 80

Multiple Choice

Most people assume that outgroup members are relatively similar to one another, while ingroup members are relatively different from one another. This tendency is known as the ____.

• A) outgroup homogeneity bias
• B) scapegoat effect
• C) minimal group effect
• D) superordinate group bias

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Definitions:

Organization

Any group or aggregation of individuals into a purposeful entity, such as those found in business and industry, government, and the social community; also, the process of aligning people and resources to accomplish tasks (visions, goals, initiatives, and the like).

Recognition Needs

The requirement for acknowledgment and appreciation from others, often as a motivator in workplace settings.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory in psychology proposed by Abraham Maslow, which suggests that people are motivated by five basic categories of needs: physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization.

Organization

A structured group of people working together to achieve common goals or objectives.