1668PsychologyMedium
Montel, a white university student, is on academic probation for poor grades. Ever since he received notice of his probation, Montel has become increasingly hostile toward racial minority students and staff on campus. His increasing hostility can best be explained in terms of:
Athe reciprocity norm
Bingroup bias
Cthe scapegoat theory
Dthe just- world phenomenon
Correct answer
C. the scapegoat theory
Explanation
The correct answer is the scapegoat theory.