The Obvious Difference Between Prejudice Based on Deep Personality Structure

question 59

Multiple Choice

The obvious difference between prejudice based on deep personality structure and that based on conformity is that:

• A) prejudice based on conformity is more difficult to reduce
• B) prejudice based on conformity results in competition whereas the one based on personality leads to scapegoating
• C) there is more of the self-fulfilling prophecy involved with prejudice based on deep personality structure
• D) prejudice based on conformity may be more flexible
• E) prejudice based on personality may be more flexible

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