The influence of ego-involvement on relations between authoritarianism and intolerance of ambiguity.

Abstract

"Twenty-two male undergraduates underwent a battery of tests and personnel assessment procedures under the assumption that the results would be used in selecting someone for a highly desirable job. These Ss were registered at the student employment office, were in need of work, and were eager to pass the psychological screening. Thus, it seems warranted to conclude that the assessment conditions were seen as formal, somewhat threatening, and highly ego-involving." A significant negative correlation was found to exist "between authoritarianism and intelligence as measured by academic achievement." 20 references.