Crocker Found That the Greatest Amount of Prejudice Was Between

question 80

Multiple Choice

Crocker found that the greatest amount of prejudice was between groups that were economically:

• A) very close but not in direct competition for resources
• B) very distant but in competition for resources
• C) very distant
• D) close and in competition for jobs

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Definitions:

Emotional Contagion

The phenomenon where emotions can be transferred from one person to another, influencing the feelings and behaviors of individuals within a group.

Dissonance

A psychological state of tension that occurs when an individual holds two or more contradictory beliefs, attitudes, or values at the same time.

Attitudes

An established pattern of thoughts or sentiments directed towards a person or thing that usually influences one's actions.

Behaviors

The actions or reactions of individuals or groups in response to external or internal stimuli.