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bclement10

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The tendency for people to take extreme positions in the direction they were already inclined due to group membership is known as
 
  a. social identification.
  b. false consciousness.
  c. group polarization.
  d. social unity.

Question 2

In the past, discourse between Republicans and Democrats was _____, although they held opposing beliefs. Today this has become increasingly rare.
 
  a. hostile
  b. secretive
  c. demonizing
  d. civil



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Jmfn03

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: c. group polarization.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d. civil




bclement10

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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