The just-world phenomenon may lead us to believe that an unemployed person is

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The just-world phenomenon refers to a cognitive bias in which people believe that the world is fair and just, and therefore assume that individuals must deserve their lot in life. This can lead to the belief that an unemployed person must be lazy because if they were hardworking enough, they would have a job. Therefore, choice B is the best answer. Choices A, C, and D are less likely to be influenced by the just-world phenomenon.

The Just-World Phenomenon May Lead Us to Believe That an Unemployed