Social Psych- Quiz 3 -prejudice

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    Women are also likely to encounter the 'glass ceiling' in their careers. this means that women, like minority ethnic groups are much likely to be promoted beyond a certain level at at work this is called..

    • Homophobia
    • Racism
    • Sexism
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Social Psych- Quiz 3 - Prejudice examines cognitive, affective, and behavioral aspects of societal biases. It explores stereotypes, discrimination, emotional responses, and societal issues like sexism and homophobia, enhancing understanding of prejudice dynamics.

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  • 2. 

    Behaving differently towards people based on their membership of a group is called...

    • affective element

    • Discrimination

    • Racism

    Correct Answer
    A. Discrimination
    Explanation
    Discrimination refers to the act of treating people differently based on their membership of a particular group. It involves unfair and unequal treatment, often leading to the disadvantage of certain individuals or groups. This can be based on various factors such as race, gender, religion, or nationality. Discrimination can manifest in various forms, including social, economic, or political exclusion, and can have significant negative impacts on individuals and societies.

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    This involves the feelings experienced in response to a group. If we are prejudiced against a group we may experience anger fear hate or disgust when we encounter a member of that group this element is called..

    • The affective element

    • The cognitive element

    • The behavioral element

    Correct Answer
    A. The affective element
    Explanation
    The affective element refers to the emotional or affective response that individuals experience when encountering a member of a group they are prejudiced against. This can include feelings of anger, fear, hate, or disgust. It is one of the components of prejudice, along with the cognitive element (beliefs and stereotypes) and the behavioral element (discrimination or biased actions).

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    This involves the belief held about a group. These beliefs will be in the from of stereotypes, common but oversimple views of what particular groups of people are like. 

    • Discrimination

    • The cognitive element

    • Prejudice

    Correct Answer
    A. The cognitive element
    Explanation
    The cognitive element refers to the beliefs held about a group, which are often in the form of stereotypes. These stereotypes are oversimplified views of what particular groups of people are like. This cognitive element is a key component of prejudice, as it involves forming judgments and opinions about others based on these stereotypes. Discrimination, on the other hand, refers to the behavioral component of prejudice, where individuals act on their prejudiced beliefs by treating others unfairly or unequally.

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    ___________ is largely socially acceptable bu this we mean that whereas most people holding racist and sexist views are wary voicing them in public.

    • Stereotype

    • The authoritarian personality

    • Homophobia

    Correct Answer
    A. Homophobia
    Explanation
    Homophobia is largely socially acceptable, meaning that while most people holding homophobic views are cautious about expressing them in public.

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