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Just-World Beliefs and Negative Attitudes Towards Stigmatized Groups
Research indicates that individuals who strongly adhere to the just-world hypothesis are more likely to harbor negative attitudes towards certain groups. For instance, they may hold unfavorable views of people who are unemployed or those living with AIDS, as these beliefs can lead to blaming individuals for their adverse situations.
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Just-World Beliefs and Negative Attitudes Towards Stigmatized Groups
After watching a news story about a family whose house was destroyed by a tornado, a viewer remarks, "It's a shame, but they probably shouldn't have been living in an area with so many storms. Responsible people would have known the risks." Which cognitive tendency best explains this viewer's reaction to the family's misfortune?
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A community is discussing the recent layoff of hundreds of employees from a local manufacturing plant. Which of the following reactions most clearly demonstrates a belief system where people are seen as getting the outcomes they deserve, often leading to negative views of those facing hardship?
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