In the Selfish Herd, There Is an Advantage to

question 38

Multiple Choice

In the selfish herd, there is an advantage to

• A) being on the outside.
• B) being near the front.
• C) being in the middle.
• D) being isolated.
• E) none of these; position is of no advantage.

Grasp the influence of extended contact and how perceptions of outgroups can be improved through relational connections.

Recognize key theories and hypotheses relevant to social psychology, such as the contact hypothesis and emergent norm theory.

Identify factors contributing to perceived differences among groups and the effects on self and group identification.

Understand the conditions and outcomes of strategies aimed at reducing intergroup conflict, including superordinate goals and negotiation techniques.

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A response to foreign microorganisms that occurs with repeated exposure and results in resistance to a disease.