Dufton Is Interested in Studying Stereotypes and Is Asking Participants

question 45

Multiple Choice

Dufton is interested in studying stereotypes and is asking participants in her study to describe the typical member of different cultures. She is measuring __________.

• A) perceptions of national character
• B) reference group effects
• C) social norms
• D) cross-sectional perspectives

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Definitions:

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