Paul had prejudiced feelings against foreigners and their culture. He was sent to a foreign country on an assignment. He found the people of the country to be warm and friendly. Paul also tried to understand the significance of their cultural practices and became tolerant toward those people. Which of the following theories describes Paul’s behavior?
A. the exploitation theory
B. the normative theory
C. the authoritarian personality theory
D. the scapegoating theory
Answer:B
Paul had prejudiced feelings against foreigners and their culture. He was sent to a foreign country on an assignment. He found the people of the country to be warm and friendly. Paul also tried to understand the significance of their cultural practices and became tolerant toward those people. Which of the following theories describes Paul’s behavior?
A. the exploitation theory B. the normative theory C. the authoritarian personality theory D. the scapegoating theory