A white applicant who was rejected by a prestigious university argues that she was not admitted because racial minorities were given special advantages in the application process.What term would be used to characterize her argument?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Scapegoating refers to the act of blaming a person or group for something, often to deflect attention or responsibility from the real causes. In this case, the applicant is attributing her rejection to the advantages given to racial minorities, rather than considering other factors that might have influenced the university's decision.

A White Applicant Who Was Rejected by a Prestigious University