Media Advertisements That Showcase African Americans Using Characteristics Associated with Animals

question 25

Multiple Choice

Media advertisements that showcase African Americans using characteristics associated with animals are examples of:

• A)dehumanization.
• B)ingroup bias.
• C)stereotype threat.
• D)system justification.

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