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ETearle

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on: Aug 8, 2018
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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Reply #1 on: Aug 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: a

Answer to Question 2

ANS: d


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