Asked by Dallin Kister on Sep 29, 2024
Stereotypes,while not intrinsically prejudicial,tend to
A) discourage generalizations about the outgroup.
B) be accurate but too negative.
C) be positively toned.
D) be inflexible and hard to change.
Stereotypes
Oversimplified generalizations about a group of people that often ignore individual differences, sometimes resulting in prejudiced attitudes or discriminatory actions.
Prejudicial
Showing prejudice or bias, leading to unfair treatment or judgments of others based on preconceived opinions rather than individual merit.
Inflexible
Lacking adaptability or willingness to change; often describes individuals, systems, or processes that are rigid and not easily modified.
- Assess the ways in which stereotypes are established and continued.
Learning Objectives
- Assess the ways in which stereotypes are established and continued.