Research Suggests That Stereotyping Can Sometimes Be ________ Because It

question 38

Multiple Choice

Research suggests that stereotyping can sometimes be ________ because it can ________ our social environment.

• A) justified; increase our attention to the details of
• B) useful; decrease the time and effort needed to deal with
• C) destructive; lead us to introspect too much about
• D) harmful; decrease the predictability of

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Definitions:

Mnemonics

Formal strategies for organizing material in ways that make it more likely to be remembered.

Metamemories

Knowledge or beliefs about one's own memory capabilities and strategies that can aid memory, as well as the processes involved in memory self-monitoring.

Computer Metaphors

The use of computer-related terminology to describe mental processes and cognitive functions.

Critical Thinking Skill

The ability to think clearly, rationally, and independently, evaluating arguments and solving problems systematically.