According to Ruscher and Duval 1998),stereotypes Shape Our Communications Because

question 14

Multiple Choice

According to Ruscher and Duval 1998) ,stereotypes shape our communications because:

• A)They are mostly accurate generalizations about other people.
• B)They make us feel superior to the stereotyped group.
• C)They provide a social common denominator in interaction with others.
• D)All of the above.

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Definitions:

Communication

involves the process of exchanging information, ideas, thoughts, and messages through written, verbal, or nonverbal means.

Internal Borderlands

Refers to areas within a country that lie at the margins of cultural, political, or economic influence, often characterized by diverse or contested identities.

Virtuous Citizenry

A concept emphasizing the importance of citizens possessing moral and ethical qualities, such as honesty and responsibility, for the betterment of society.

Republic

Representative political system in which citizens govern themselves by electing representatives, or legislators, to make key decisions on the citizens’ behalf.