The Idea That People Blame Their Problems and Misfortunes on Outgroups

question 172

Multiple Choice

The idea that people blame their problems and misfortunes on outgroups, and hold negative attitudes toward outgroups accordingly, is known as ____.

• A) aversive prejudice
• B) the confirmation bias
• C) scapegoat theory
• D) the self-serving bias

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A learning process in which a natural response becomes associated with a previously unrelated stimulus after repeated pairings.

Stimulus Feedback

Information received in response to a specific stimulus, which can influence future reactions to similar stimuli.

Peripheral Responses

Reactions or changes occurring in the body that are not central to the primary focus of activity, often relating to the autonomic nervous system.

Reward Size

The magnitude or value of a reward, which can affect behavior and decision-making processes in both humans and animals.