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Medesa

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Which of the following is most accurate of stereotypes?
 
  a. Stereotypes simplify complex categories into meaningful ones.
  b. Stereotypes often contain an element of truth, but become inaccurate due to the information they exclude.
  c. Stereotypes promote our valid desires to be viewed and treated as individuals.
  d. Stereotypes are exclusive and prioritize the most prevalent characteristics.

Question 2

Vanessas father was an auto mechanic. She spent countless hours as a child by her dads side, learning the ins and outs of his trade. There is no doubt that Vanessa is very competent in this field; however, she has applied to over 50 auto repair shops in her town and has not received one interview. Which of the following terms describes the most likely reason for this?
 
  a. stereotyping
  b. prejudice
  c. discrimination
  d. situational attribution



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reelove4eva

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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
b

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER:
c




Medesa

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Reply 2 on: Jun 19, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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