Compare and contrast stereotypes and generalizations.

What will be an ideal response?


Varies. Stereotypes are predetermined ideas about particular groups of people. They are passed on regardless of evidence and are often used as an excuse for discrimination. They are not based on solid evidence, and as such are bad generalizations.

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