PsychologyAttitudes and Social Cognition

An attitude system is likely to consist of mainly one attitude in the…

An attitude system is likely to consist of mainly one attitude in the case of an attitude towards:

Answer & explanation

Correct answer: option 3

The correct answer is Option (1) → a particular person

A single individual leaves little room for many linked member attitudes, so that attitude system stays simple.

NCERT (2026-27): “NATURE AND COMPONENTS OF ATTITUDES …
Consider the example of attitude towards health and well-being. This attitude system is likely to consist of several ‘member’ attitudes, such as one’s concept of physical and mental health, views about happiness and well-being, and beliefs about how one should achieve health and happiness. By contrast, the attitude towards a particular person is likely to consist of mainly one attitude. …”