Rhett, a member of a fraternity, is approached by another member of his own fraternity and a member of another fraternity, both of whom seek donations for the same local charity. Rhett decides to only make a donation to his fellow fraternity member. This example best illustrates which of the following?

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Rhett's decision to donate only to his fellow fraternity member over a member of another fraternity illustrates in-group favoritism, which is the tendency for people to give preferential treatment to others who belong to the same group as they do.

Rhett, a Member of a Fraternity, Is Approached by Another