Which of the following statements is true of prejudices?

a. They are always negative perceptions about a person.
b. They can lead to discrimination of people.
c. They are a result of outcome bias.
d. They are actions in which people are treated differently based on certain biases.


b. They can lead to discrimination of people.
Prejudice can lead to discrimination, which is acting differently toward a person based on prejudice. Prejudice deals with perception and attitudes, while discrimination involves actions.

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