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Anti-Pollution Behavior

A Function of Perceived Outcome and Locus of Control

Linda J. Trigg

University of Manitoba

Daniel Perlman

University of Manitoba

Raymond P. Perry

University of Manitoba

Michel Pierre Janisse

University of Manitoba

Earlier studies relating locus of control to social action have produced mixed results. The present investigation examined the moderating effects of perceived outcome on the relationship between activism in the form of anti-pollution behavior and I-E. A representative sample (n = 433) of Winnipeg's adult population was interviewed to obtain data. As predicted, among people optimistic about future levels of pollution, internally oriented individuals engaged in more anti-pollution activities. Among pessimistic respondents there was virtually no relationship between l-E and social actions. Internals also had more accurate information about environmental pollution. representational painting, the evaluation of an abstract painting, the solution rate for anagrams, and elapsed time estimation did not vary as a function of room condition and personality. Sex differences vere also not found to be critical.

Environment and Behavior, Vol. 8, No. 2, 307-313 (1976)
DOI: 10.1177/001391657682008
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