Although Psychologists Usually Refer to Prejudice Only in a ____

question 142

Multiple Choice

Although psychologists usually refer to prejudice only in a ____ sense,it is possible for a person to have a ____ prejudice about a particular group.

• A)benign; destructive
• B)positive; negative
• C)negative; positive
• D)specific; diffuse

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Definitions:

Economic Frustration

Negative emotions or stress resulting from economic conditions, like unemployment or inflation, affecting one's financial stability.

Catharsis Hypothesis

The theory that expressing or experiencing strong emotions, particularly anger, can lead to a release of tension and a state of psychological refreshment.

Social Exchange Theory

A sociological and psychological theory proposing that social behavior is the result of an exchange process to maximize benefits and minimize costs.

Reciprocity Norm

A social norm that expects individuals to respond to each other in kind, returning benefits for benefits and responding with either indifference or hostility to harms.