In order to make the world more manageable, we often see out-group members as very much alike, even when they are varied. This tendency to place people in categories is called
a. individuating.
b. the self-fulfilling prophecy.
c. stereotyping.
d. social competition.
C
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What will be an ideal response?
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c. change the usual ways that the couple has tried to have sex. d. provide increased anticipation of intercourse.
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