Jeremy's belief that earthquake victims are being punished by God for their own sins best illustrates:
A)Gause's law.
B)the just-world phenomenon.
C)an ingroup bias.
D)stereotype vulnerability.

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The belief that earthquake victims are being punished by God for their own sins reflects the just-world phenomenon, which is the tendency for people to believe that the world is just and people get what they deserve. This belief helps people feel that they have control over their lives, but it can also lead to blaming victims for their own misfortunes, which is what is happening with Jeremy's belief.

Jeremy's Belief That Earthquake Victims Are Being Punished by God