Asked by Fashionably Curvii on May 21, 2024
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In the current political climate, there has been an increase in ethnic prejudices. Because you study psychology, your friend approaches you with his ideas to combat it. Which of the following ideas would be ineffective?
A) encourage intergroup contact and cooperation
B) attack discriminatory behavior
C) examine your own beliefs
D) spend time with people who share your attitudes
Intergroup Contact
The interaction between members of different social groups, which can reduce prejudice and improve intergroup relations.
Discriminatory Behavior
Actions or practices that result in unequal treatment of individuals or groups based on certain characteristics such as race, gender, or disability.
- Examine the causes of bias and the determination of chosen victims.
- Apprehend how attitudes are formed and their influence on behavior.
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Leonardo ArriagaMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Spending time with people who share your attitudes would be ineffective in combatting ethnic prejudices as it reinforces the existing prejudices and prevents exposure to diverse perspectives. The other options promote intergroup understanding, challenging discriminatory behavior, and self-reflection, all of which can be effective in reducing prejudice.
Learning Objectives
- Examine the causes of bias and the determination of chosen victims.
- Apprehend how attitudes are formed and their influence on behavior.
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