Sam currently believes that all people from that town 10 miles away from his home are selfish and mean-spirited. Sam’s best friend, Roger, is the only one who has told him this. Sam has never been there, and the people there are actually very friendly. Sam is demonstrating a
A. discrimination.
B. microaggression.
C. stereotype.
D. prejudice.
Answer: C
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