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Normative theories of prejudice and discrimination basically posit that:
 
  a. prejudice and discrimination are acquired through the process of socialization.
  b. prejudice and discrimination are strongest in societies at a low level of economic development.
  c. prejudice and discrimination are normal human psychological functions.
  d. prejudice and discrimination are functions of psychologically-flawed individuals.

Question 2

In recent years, Tea Party and other right-wing activists have frequently voiced anti-immigrant sentiments and resentment toward President Obama and non-whites, generally in response to what they interpret as threats to their social and economic status. These attitudes and actions illustrate which theory of prejudice and discrimination?
 
  a. frustration-aggression
  b. Marxian
  c. group position
  d. authoritarian personality



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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

c




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