Minimal Group Theory

Question 1

What were the results of Tajvels Minimal Group Study?

Answer 1

Boys massively favoured their own in group when allotting points

Question 2

Define minimal group theory

Answer 2

The mere presence of an in-group or an out-group is enough to cause prejudice to arise.

Question 3

Outline the procedure of Minimal Group Study (5)

Answer 3

64 school boys
Shown a number of dots on a screen and told to estimate the amount
They were then told that they were split into twi groups based on their over/under estimations
They were told to allocate points to random boys which would be converted to money