Which of the Following Is Not an Explanation for Why

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an explanation for why benevolent prejudice is harmful?

• A) It allows people to stereotype others without feeling guilty.
• B) It leads to changes in the status quo.
• C) It focuses on prejudice that members of stereotyped groups might accept as con- ventional wisdom.
• D) It makes it easy for stereotypes to move from descriptive to prescriptive.

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Definitions:

Implementation Lag

The time needed to introduce a change in monetary or fiscal policy.

Recognition Lag

The time it takes for policymakers to identify an economic issue or trend that requires intervention.

Active Policy

Economic strategies and measures actively implemented by a government to influence the economy, such as adjusting tax rates or spending.

Decision-making Lag

The delay between recognizing an economic issue and implementing policy actions to address it.