Which of the Following Statements Has Been Supported by Research

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements has been supported by research on Americans' prejudicial beliefs?

• A) The majority of White people believe Black people are treated unfairly in today's society.
• B) Attitudes toward gays and lesbians today are similar in valence to attitudes held in 1973.
• C) Few White people today believe that prejudice and discrimination are still problems.
• D) College students' personal stereotypes about African Americans have changed little since the first studies on this topic.

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Definitions:

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Motion for Judgment

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