In the current political climate, there has been an increase in ethnic prejudices. Because you study psychology, your friend approaches you with his ideas to combat it. Which of the following ideas would be ineffective?

A) encourage intergroup contact and cooperation
B) attack discriminatory behavior
C) examine your own beliefs
D) spend time with people who share your attitudes

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Leonardo Arriaga · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Spending time with people who share your attitudes would be ineffective in combatting ethnic prejudices as it reinforces the existing prejudices and prevents exposure to diverse perspectives. The other options promote intergroup understanding, challenging discriminatory behavior, and self-reflection, all of which can be effective in reducing prejudice.

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