Which of the Following Factors Makes Automatic Activation of Stereotypes

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors makes automatic activation of stereotypes more likely?

• A) Exposure to neutral information about a group or target
• B) A personal motivation to avoid prejudice
• C) Being too cognitively busy to notice category membership of a target
• D) None of these.

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Definitions:

Factorial Analysis

An analytical technique for interpreting the variability in observed, correlated variables through fewer unseen variables termed factors.

Interaction Effects

Occur when the effect of one variable depends on the level of another variable in statistical models.

Independent Variables

Variables that are manipulated or changed in an experiment to test their effects on dependent variables.

Planning Beyond

A strategic approach focusing on setting long-term goals and objectives beyond the usual planning horizon.