According to the Text, the Term "Prejudice" Should Be Considered

question 149

Multiple Choice

According to the text, the term "prejudice" should be considered to be _________ and the term "discrimination" should be considered to be ____________.

• A) a positive behavior; a negative behavior
• B) behavior directed at in-group members; behavior directed at out-group members
• C) an attitude; behavior
• D) socially acceptable; socially unacceptable

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Definitions:

Measures

Quantitative or qualitative tools and methods used to evaluate, assess, or obtain data on various variables or phenomena.

Situation vs. Trait

Situation refers to the external environment that can influence behavior temporarily, while trait denotes enduring characteristics that influence behavior across different situations.

Mischel

Walter Mischel, an Austrian-born psychologist best known for his research on personality and his development of the cognitive-affective personality system (CAPS) theory.

Criticisms

Expressions of disapproval based on perceived mistakes or faults.