Prejudice - old

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What is the definition of prejudice? 
Prejudice is an attitude based on group membership.
How does prejudice typically manifest? 
It usually involves a negative evaluation of a group.
What is a stereotype? 
A stereotype is an over-generalization of a group.
What is discrimination? 
Discrimination is negative behavior towards a group.
What is an outgroup? 
An outgroup is a group you do not belong to.
What does the affective component of prejudice refer to? 
Feelings associated with prejudice.
How do ingroups and outgroups influence behavior? 
Ingroups create belonging, outgroups can lead to bias.
How can stereotypes justify discriminatory behavior? 
Stereotypes can lead to negative evaluations justifying actions.
What is the potential outcome of outgroup discrimination? 
It can lead to unfair treatment of outgroup members.
What does the term "stereotyping" refer to?
Overgeneralizing about a group