Following the election of a Sikh mayor, many people of middle eastern descent saw an increase in prejudice against them. This retaliation for a political loss could best be explained by which of the following?

A. frustration-aggression theory
B. scapegoat theory
C. paternalistic prejudice
D. contemptuous prejudice


Answer: A

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