Because Ramona identifies with her politically conservative parents,she chose to enroll in a conservative school. After four years in this environment,Ramona's politics have become even more conservative. Which perspective best accounts for the mutual influences of Ramona's upbringing,choice of school,and political viewpoint?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The social-cognitive perspective emphasizes how personal factors (such as upbringing and choice of school) and environmental factors (such as the conservative environment of the school) interact to shape an individual's beliefs and behaviors. This perspective suggests that Ramona's political conservatism is a result of both her upbringing and choice of school, and that her experiences in the conservative environment have reinforced and strengthened her conservative beliefs.

Because Ramona Identifies with Her Politically Conservative Parents,she Chose to Enroll