The Idea That Prejudice Can Be Reduced by Interacting with Members

question 140

Multiple Choice

The idea that prejudice can be reduced by interacting with members of an out-group is called the __________.

• A) interactional theory
• B) mere exposure paradigm
• C) contact hypothesis
• D) interpersonal model

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Definitions:

Thalamus

Structure that acts as a relay station for sensory information heading to the cerebral cortex for interpretation; a subdivision of the diencephalon.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the regulation of many bodily functions, including temperature, hunger, and hormone release.

Trigeminal Nerves

The fifth cranial nerve responsible for sensory data such as tactition (pressure), thermoception (temperature), and nociception (pain) from the face and head; they also control the muscles for chewing.

Innervates

Supplies an organ or other body part with nerves.