Prejudice and discrimination are most closely tied to which of these concepts?

A) Halo effect
B) Locus of control
C) Attribution theory
D) Self-fulfilling prophecy
E) Stereotyping

Discrimination

Unfair or prejudicial treatment of individuals based on certain characteristics such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation, rather than on their merits.

Halo Effect

A cognitive bias where one's overall impression of a person, brand, or product influences one's thoughts and feelings about that entity's character or properties.

Locus of Control

A psychological concept referring to how strongly people believe they have control over the situations and experiences affecting their lives.