Roger holds a number of negative stereotypes about women; specifically, he thinks that most women are manipulative, vain, and lazy. In trying to understand why Roger holds these stereotypes, which of the following questions would a social psychologist be MOST likely to ask?
A) Does Roger feel so intimidated by women that he expresses these negative stereotypes in order to "cover up" his deep-seeded lack of self-esteem?
B) Did Roger have a difficult relationship with his mother as a young child that might have fostered negative attitudes toward all women?
C) Does Roger have a physical brain abnormality?
D) Has Roger been exposed to these stereotypes in the media, or has he perhaps had a few limited (but negative) interactions with women that might have helped to perpetuate these stereotypes?

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A social psychologist would be most likely to ask if Roger has been exposed to these stereotypes in the media or through limited negative interactions with women because these are factors that can contribute to the formation and perpetuation of negative stereotypes. While it's always possible that Roger's negative attitudes toward women could stem from personal psychological issues or childhood experiences, these explanations are less likely to be the focus of a social psychologist's inquiry. A physical brain abnormality is also an unlikely explanation for Roger's negative stereotypes.

Roger Holds a Number of Negative Stereotypes About Women; Specifically