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All of the following terms are used in social identity theory EXCEPT _______________.

A) in-group
B) control group
C) identification
D) social comparison

Social Identity Theory

A psychological theory that explains how individuals categorize themselves and others into groups, leading to identification with one's own group and discrimination against others.

Social Comparison

The comparison of oneself to others in ways that raise one’s self-esteem.

Control Group

A control group is a baseline group in an experiment that does not receive the experimental treatment, allowing researchers to measure the effect of the treatment by comparing it to this group.

  • Acquire insight into the processes and implications of social categorization and the concept of social identity.
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Christian GarayJul 17, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Control group is not a term used in social identity theory. The other three terms (in-group, identification, and social comparison) are all central concepts in social identity theory.