The Text Focuses on Three General Theories to Explain the Causes

question 23

Multiple Choice

The text focuses on three general theories to explain the causes of prejudice.These theories view prejudice as based on:

• A) Personality needs; social learning and conformity; and social structure and economic position
• B) Personality needs; social learning and conformity; and strong interest in hate groups
• C) Personality needs; cultural relativism; and social structure and economic position
• D) Personal preference; social learning and conformity; and social structure and economic position.

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Definitions:

P = MC

An economic condition where price equals marginal cost, indicating optimal resource allocation in perfectly competitive markets.

Optimally Allocated

Refers to the distribution of resources in a manner that maximizes efficiency and effectiveness, often resulting in the best possible outcome.

Short-Run Supply

The total quantity of goods and services that producers are willing and able to sell at current prices in a short-term period, often influenced by fixed production capacities.

Long-Run Supply

The total amount of a product or service that is available to the market from all producers over a long period, when all inputs can be adjusted.