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neverstopbelieb

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When acting on the belief that a situation exists results in it becoming real, this is called:
 
  a. institutionalized racism.
  b. a self fulfilling prophecy.
  c. discrimination.
  d. scapegoating.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of scapegoating?
 
  a. Joe believes that African Americans are all criminals.
  b. Penny thinks that all ethnic groups should have the same opportunities to get a job.
  c. Bob lost his job and blames immigrants in the U.S. for working for lower wages and causing him to get fired.
  d. Tom believes that the welfare system encourages people not to work.



Dunkey

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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c



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