How does prejudice regarding overweight and obesity compare to racism and sexism?
a. While prejudice regarding overweight and obesity may be hurtful, it has very few serious effects compared to racism and sexism.
b. It appears as though the processes underlying prejudice regarding overweight and obesity are different.
c. Unlike racist and sexist attitudes, many people will openly admit and even act upon their negative attitudes toward obese people.
d. There is limited evidence of the existence of prejudice regarding overweight and obesity, while racism and sexism clearly exist.
C
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