The Just-World Phenomenon Often Leads People to

question 111

Multiple Choice

The just-world phenomenon often leads people to

• A) dislike and distrust those who are wealthy.
• B) believe that victims of misfortune deserve to suffer.
• C) express higher levels of prejudice after suffering frustration.
• D) respond with kindness to those who mistreat them.

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