The just-world phenomenon often leads people to
A) dislike and distrust those who are wealthy.
B) believe that victims of misfortune deserve to suffer.
C) express higher levels of prejudice after suffering frustration.
D) respond with kindness to those who mistreat them.

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The just-world phenomenon is the belief that people get what they deserve in life. This can lead to the belief that those who experience misfortune or suffering somehow brought it upon themselves, leading to the idea that they deserve to suffer. This belief is not necessarily related to one's attitude towards the wealthy, levels of prejudice or kindness towards those who mistreat them.

The Just-World Phenomenon Often Leads People to