Evidence that people exhibit heightened levels of prejudice when they are economically frustrated offers support for

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The statement suggests that people are more likely to direct their frustration and anger towards a particular group or individual, which supports the scapegoat theory. This theory proposes that individuals or groups who are seen as different or disadvantaged are often unfairly blamed for society's problems. Prejudice is one way in which this blame can be expressed. The other options (cognitive dissonance, social exchange, and attribution theory) are less relevant to the specific scenario described.

Evidence That People Exhibit Heightened Levels of Prejudice When They