Social Psych- Quiz 3 -prejudice
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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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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.
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Discrimination
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The cognitive element
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Prejudice
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B. The cognitive elementExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Behaving differently towards people based on their membership of a group is called...
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affective element
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Discrimination
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Racism
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B. DiscriminationExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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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..
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The affective element
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The cognitive element
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The behavioral element
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A. The affective elementExplanation
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).Rate this question:
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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..
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Homophobia
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Racism
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Sexism
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C. SexismExplanation
The correct answer is sexism. The glass ceiling refers to the invisible barriers that prevent women from advancing in their careers beyond a certain level. It is a form of discrimination based on gender, where women face obstacles and biases that limit their opportunities for promotion and professional growth. This term highlights the systemic and pervasive nature of gender inequality in the workplace.Rate this question:
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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.
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Stereotype
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The authoritarian personality
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Homophobia
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C. HomophobiaExplanation
Homophobia is largely socially acceptable, meaning that while most people holding homophobic views are cautious about expressing them in public.Rate this question:
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