Outline the Cognitive Sources of Stereotyping a Prejudice

question 24

Essay

Outline the cognitive sources of stereotyping a prejudice. How do stereotype activation and stereotype application relate to each other?

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Definitions:

Rawlsian Justice

A theory of justice that emphasizes fairness and equality, proposing that social and economic inequalities should be arranged to benefit the least advantaged members of society.

Social Contract

A philosophical theory or model that originates from the Age of Enlightenment, positing that individuals have consented, either explicitly or tacitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to an authority in exchange for protection of their remaining rights.

Rawlsian Justice

A theory of justice that emphasizes fairness and equality, proposing principles to structure society for the benefit of all, especially the least advantaged.

Public Good

A commodity or service that is provided without profit to all members of a society, either by the government or a private individual or organization.