The So-Called "Discontinuity Effect" Is Lessened When ____

question 129

Multiple Choice

The so-called "discontinuity effect" is lessened when ____.

• A) there is preexisting animosity between the groups
• B) the group is large rather than small
• C) individuals are highly identified with their group
• D) individual group members are identifiable

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Definitions:

Female Political Candidates

Women who are running for political office or positions within the government.

Realistic Group Conflict Theory

A theory proposing that intergroup conflicts arise from competition between groups for limited resources.

Intergroup Anxiety Theory

A framework suggesting that anxiety experienced in interactions between members of different social or cultural groups can lead to negative attitudes and behaviors.

Stereotype Threat Theory

A social psychological theory that suggests individuals may underperform in situations where they fear being judged based on stereotypes about their social group.