Overpraising Accomplishments or Overcriticizing Mistakes Can Occur as a Result

question 75

Multiple Choice

Overpraising accomplishments or overcriticizing mistakes can occur as a result of a subtle form of prejudice known as

• A)race sensitivity.
• B)multiculturalism.
• C)minority exaggeration.
• D)discrimination.

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Definitions:

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Tax Benefit

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