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Discuss Why It Is Difficult to Measure Prejudice Today by Directly

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Discuss why it is difficult to measure prejudice today by directly asking individuals if they are prejudiced, and distinguish between explicit and implicit prejudice. Then, discuss five clever ways psychologists have for measuring implicit forms of prejudice.


Definitions:

Mischel's Critique

Refers to psychologist Walter Mischel's argument against the consistency of personality traits, suggesting situational variables play a significant role in behavior.

Personality Variables

Characteristics or factors that can vary among individuals and contribute to differences in behavior and personality.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics or qualities that define an individual's behavior in various situations.

Consistency

The quality of always acting or behaving in the same way, showing similarity or uniformity in actions over time.

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