Factor Analysis of the Just World Scale.

Ambrosio, Anthony L.; Sheehan, Eugene P.

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Publication Date: 1990

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Factor Analysis of the Just World Scale.

Ambrosio, Anthony L.; Sheehan, Eugene P.

Journal of Social Psychology, v130 n3 p413-15 Jun 1990

Discusses the Just World Scale (JWS), a construct which measures the attributional processes allowing individuals to believe people get what they deserve. Reports findings from a study involving 375 undergraduates that re-examined the JWS factor structure and internal consistency. Reveals significant gender differences with men showing a stronger just world belief. (DB)

Descriptors: Attribution Theory, College Students, Factor Analysis, Higher Education, Psychological Studies, Sex Differences, Social Psychology, Student Attitudes, Test Reliability

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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