Which of the Following Functions Do Stereotypes Serve

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following functions do stereotypes serve?

• A) conserving cognitive effort
• B) providing ready interpretations for behavior
• C) providing different standards for evaluating members of different groups
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Reliable

A term describing something or someone that consistently performs well or can be trusted to deliver accurate results or outcomes.

Verifiable

Capable of being tested and proven as true or accurate.

Inductive Logic

A method of reasoning in which general principles are derived from specific observations, moving from particular instances to broader generalizations.

Deductive Logic

A method of reasoning from one or more general statements (premises) to reach a logically certain conclusion, applying general principles to specific cases.