The Contact Hypothesis

question 58

Multiple Choice

The contact hypothesis

• A)is a Marxist theory that views racial subordination in the U.S.as a manifestation of the class system inherent in capitalism.
• B)states that interracial contact between people of equal status will cause them to become less prejudiced and to abandon previous stereotypes.
• C)was a theory that gave moral support to the continued existence of apartheid in South Africa.
• D)is a Parsonian theory that views ethnic subordination as a means of regulating social interactions between dominant and subordinate groups.

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Definitions:

Concern For Task

The focus and priority given to accomplishing specific tasks, often in the context of leadership and team performance.

Task Orientation

focuses on the completion of tasks and the achievement of specific objectives within a set timeframe.

Initiating Structure

A leadership behavior that organizes and defines what group members should be doing to maximize output.

Authority-Obedience Management

A management style focused on clear hierarchies and the strict following of orders, where managerial authority is emphasized, and obedience from subordinates is expected.