Ethnocentrism Is…

question 6

Multiple Choice

Ethnocentrism is…

• A) an unjustified belief in the superiority of one's own culture or ethnic group.
• B) the belief that one's own ethnic group forms the center of the universe.
• C) the tendency to discriminate against people who are different than you.
• D) the belief that you are superior to all other kinds of people.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Heuristic

Simple, efficient rules which people often use to form judgments and make decisions; they are mental shortcuts that reduce the cognitive load of making a decision.

Proposition

A statement or assertion that expresses a judgment or opinion.

Prototype

A typical or standard example of a particular concept or category, often used as a reference point for comparing other items in the same category.

Subconscious

The subconscious is a part of the mind that operates below the level of conscious awareness, influencing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without our direct knowledge.