Economics Mcqs
What is the basis of racist ideology ?

A. An inaccurate interpretation and social application of darwin,s theory of evolution
B. “social darwinism “applied to religious beliefs
C. An invention of european colonial governments
D. The new testament

When confronted with evidence contrary to their beliefs prejudiced persons will______________?

A. Suspend judgment until more evidence is found
B. Change their judgment to conform to new evidence
C. Refuse to change the original judgment in spite of evidence to the contrary
D. Apologize to the victim of their prejudice

In the social sciences discrimination as a concept means_________________?

A. Having good taste in art and music
B. Actions taken as a result of prejudicial feelings
C. Ability to discern the direction of social relations
D. The physical ability to see in the dark

Prejudice diminishes as___________________?

A. The majority becomes more oppressive
B. Assimilation occurs
C. The economic status of minorities becomes equal to that of the majority
D. The economic status of minorities declines

The term “prejudice” implies that_________________?

A. One makes a judgment before having all the facts
B. One refuses to change one,s mind even when confronted by facts
C. One takes action against minorities
D. Ones judgments are both preconceived and unchangeable

Psychologists researching the causes of prejudice have found that_______________?

A. It may have an evolutionary origin
B. It is caused by anger
C. It is directed at a target from a different group
D. All of the above

The largest number of Latinos come form_______________?

A. Latin american
B. Spain
C. Mexico
D. Puerto rico

The hormone associated with male traits and aggression is_______________?

A. Testosterone
B. Estrogen
C. Premarin
D. Progesterone