The Argument That Purchases of Minivans Cause Large Families Is

question 37

Multiple Choice

The argument that purchases of minivans cause large families is an example of

• A)omitted variables.
• B)normative statements.
• C)reverse causality.
• D)bias.

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Definitions:

Other-Race Effect

The cognitive bias to more easily recognize faces of the race that one is most familiar with, which can contribute to difficulties in cross-racial identification.

Scapegoat Theory

A psychological concept where individuals or groups are unfairly blamed for problems or wrongdoings not of their making.

Government Bureaucrats

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Just-World Phenomenon

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