Social Darwinism Is a Theoretical Perspective That Is Often Used

question 77

Short Answer

Social Darwinism is a theoretical perspective that is often used to argue in __________ of government social programs (such as those that increase welfare to the poor).

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Definitions:

Ultimate Attribution Error

A cognitive bias where people attribute the positive behaviors of their in-group to stable, internal characteristics and negative behaviors of out-groups to their inherent qualities.

Internal Dispositions

Traits, motivations, and personality characteristics believed to reside within an individual and influence behavior.

Negative Outgroup Actions

Behaviors or actions taken against a group considered as "them" or outside one's own group, often leading to conflict or discrimination.

Anonymity

The state of being anonymous, where an individual's identity is unknown or concealed.