From a Social Psychologist's Perspective, the First Step Toward Prejudice

question 188

Multiple Choice

From a social psychologist's perspective, the first step toward prejudice is __________.

• A) the categorization of people into groups
• B) the preference we give to in-groups
• C) our tendency to disparage out-groups
• D) identification with similar others

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Definitions:

Construct Validity

The validity of a test assuming a specific theoretical framework that relates the item the test measures, often rather abstract, to some other item that is more easily assessed. If the two sets of measurements correlate, the test is said to have construct validity.

Theoretical Framework

A foundational structure used to outline possible courses of action or to present a preferred approach to an idea or thought, often used in academic research.

Test Content

The material, topics, or subject matter that is covered by a test, reflecting what the test is designed to measure.

Psychological Assessment

A comprehensive evaluation of an individual’s mental health and behavior using tests, interviews, and observations.