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Historical Issues in Psychology

Question 1 • 53040de1 ECAD Fall 2026 - Q2 - Psychology - S1

Which of the following did the doll experiment not suggest?

Answer
A
African Americans attributed more positive characteristics to the white dolls.
B
African Americans had feelings of inferiority because of school segregation.
C
African Americans preferred to play with the white dolls when given a choice.
D
African Americans felt more secure and positive because of school segregation.

Explanation

The doll experiments showed that many Black children preferred white dolls and associated them with more positive traits, while associating Black dolls with negative traits. These findings supported the idea that segregation could harm children’s self-image and contribute to feelings of inferiority. They did not suggest that segregation made African Americans feel more secure and positive, so the best answer is D.

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