Over-simplified generalizations about the characteristics of a group are called __________.

A. prejudices
B. stereotypes
C. biases
D. discrimination


Answer: B

Psychology

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a. acetylcholine b. melatonin c. norepinephrine d. dopamine

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a. greater interest in infants. b. less interest in infants. c. greater interest in siblings.less interest in siblings.

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