Which of the Following Is an Example of a Stereotype

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a stereotype?

• A) James believes that Asian people are better at math than non-Asians.
• B) Margery makes $5 an hour less than Ian, who does the same job at her company.
• C) Louis is having a difficult time impressing his employer and earning a promotion.
• D) Martin has had bad experiences with female employees recently.

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Definitions:

Worldview Defense

Protecting and affirming one’s beliefs and values in the face of contrasting information or challenges.

Cultural Beliefs

The shared principles and norms that guide behavior and shape the values and practices of a group or society, passed down through generations.

Styles of Dress

The various manners and appearances of clothing and fashion choices among individuals or cultures.

Patterns of Speech

Refers to distinctive ways of expressing ideas verbally, which can include variations in language, tone, pace, and rhetorical structures.