Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Social Influence and Group Processes

Question:

Assertion: Group membership enhances one's self-concept.

Reasoning: Individuals derive a sense of belongingness and social identity from being part of a group.

 

 

Options:

Both Assertion (A) and reasoning (R) are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.

 

Both Assertion (A) and reasoning (R) are correct and but R is not the correct explanation of A.

 

Assertion (A) is true but Reasoning (R) is not correct.

 

Assertion (A) is not true but Reasoning (R) is correct.

Correct Answer:

Both Assertion (A) and reasoning (R) are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.

 

Explanation:

Self-esteem: Groups contribute to individuals' feelings of self-worth and establish a positive social identity. Belonging to prestigious or valued groups enhances one's self-concept.