According to research on terror management, if terrorists from a foreign country bombed the subways in New York City, killing innocent people, New Yorkers would be expected to cope by becoming _____ prejudiced against foreigners and spending ______ money on luxury goods:
A) more; more
B) more; less
C) less; more
D) less; less

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According to terror management theory, when confronted with mortality salience (awareness of one's own mortality), individuals tend to cling more strongly to their cultural worldviews and values, which can lead to increased prejudice against those perceived as different (in this case, foreigners). Additionally, they might engage in consumption behaviors that bolster their self-esteem and provide a sense of security and control, such as spending more money on luxury goods.

According to Research on Terror Management, If Terrorists from a Foreign