Stereotypes

question 193

Multiple Choice

Stereotypes

• A)make the social world manageable by placing people in categories..
• B)cause us to see out-group members as very much alike, even when they are as varied as our friends.
• C)can be torn down by getting to know individuals from various ethnic and cultural groups.
• D)are characterized by all of these.

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Definitions:

Extreme Position

Adopting a stance or opinion that is far from the moderate or average view, often without considering compromise.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently, usually better, when in the presence of others than when alone.

Deindividuation

A concept in social psychology that refers to the loss of self-awareness and individual accountability in groups, which can lead to disinhibited and sometimes antisocial behavior.

Overstimulation

A condition arising from excessive stimuli or sensory input, leading to feelings of overwhelm or decreased functioning.