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ETearle

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a stereotype?
 
  a. It refers to exaggerated beliefs
  b. It is associated with a variety of people
  c. It is always negative or derogatory
  d. It allows for the wide variation in cultural traits that occurs in any group

Question 2

An exaggerated belief associated with a group of people, such as a racial, ethnic, or religious group is called
 
  a. Ignorance
  b. Racism
  c. A rumor
  d. A stereotype



Mholman93

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: a

Answer to Question 2

ANS: d



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