Asked by Malik Spearman on Jul 04, 2024

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between schemas and stereotypes?

A) Stereotypes are the application of schemas to any situation,object,or person.
B) Stereotypes and schemas are the same thing.
C) Stereotypes are a type of schema based on an individual's group membership.
D) Schemas are only about objects,whereas stereotypes are only about people.

Schemas

Cognitive frameworks or concepts that help individuals organize and interpret information from the world around them, influencing learning and perception.

Stereotypes

Oversimplified generalizations about a group of people, often based on incorrect or incomplete information, leading to prejudiced attitudes.

  • Recognize the role and effects of schemas and stereotypes in shaping perceptions and judgments.
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Meshia GilchristJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Stereotypes are indeed a specific type of schema that relate to the assumptions or generalizations we make about groups of people, thus making them a subset of schemas which can be about any concept, including objects, situations, or groups.