Projection Refers to the Process by Which People

question 242

Multiple Choice

Projection refers to the process by which people

• A) consciously express feelings that are the opposite of underlying unconscious impulses.
• B) disguise unacceptable,unconscious impulses by attributing them to others.
• C) retreat to behavior patterns characteristic of an earlier stage of development.
• D) offer self-justifying explanations in place of real,but unacceptable,unconscious reasons for action.

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Definitions:

Desired Resource

An asset, material or immaterial, that individuals or organizations strive to obtain in order to fulfill specific needs or objectives.

Allocentric

Characterized by or thinking about others and the community more than oneself; opposite of egocentric.

Individualistic Orientation

A viewpoint or personal philosophy that prioritizes individual goals and rights over those of the group or collective.

Contact Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that under appropriate conditions interpersonal contact is one of the most effective ways to reduce prejudice between majority and minority group members.