Although Stereotypes May Not Always Be Accurate, They Are Useful

question 55

Multiple Choice

Although stereotypes may not always be accurate, they are useful to us because:

• A) they give us a basis on which to avoid prejudice against others
• B) all of us must develop some schemata and stereotypes are necessary for this purpose
• C) more stereotypes are true than they are false
• D) stereotypes are useful for the resolution of dissonance
• E) they aid our capacity to make sense of the social world

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Definitions:

Maker

The person or entity that creates or produces something, often referred to in contexts such as art, manufacturing, or finance.

Notes

Short-term financial instruments, typically in the form of a debt or loan, that require repayment of the principal and interest by the issuer.

Drafts

Preliminary versions of documents, or negotiable instruments drawn by one party (drawer) ordering another party (drawee) to pay a specified sum to a third party.

Indorsed in Blank

A signature on a negotiable instrument like a check, making it payable to whoever holds the instrument, without naming a specific endorsee.