Which of the following is likely to be most effective in reducing prejudice among two groups?
a. ?increased contact of any kind between the groups
b. ?increased contact between people of varying socioeconomic standing between the groups
c. ?reduced contact between the groups
d. ?increased contact between people of similar social standing in the groups
ANSWER:
d
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a. ?from infancy to puberty b. ?during childhood and adolescence c. ?until the brain is fully developed d. ?across the entire life span
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