Which of the Following Statements About Ethnocentrism Is True

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about ethnocentrism is true?

• A) Ethnocentrism is always dysfunctional, often creating tensions between social groups.
• B) Ethnocentrism is based solely on prejudice and discrimination.
• C) Ethnocentrism is the belief that one age group is more mature than another.
• D) Ethnocentrism is sometimes functional.
• E) Ethnocentrism encourages positive group interaction.

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