Asked by Masih Ohadi on Jul 25, 2024

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Which of the following statements about prejudice and discrimination is NOT true?

A) Discrimination often leads to aggressive behavior.
B) They are formed from facts and personal experience.
C) They are practiced even if it hurts the person practicing them.
D) The targets of prejudice often take on prejudicial attitudes.

Prejudice And Discrimination

Prejudice involves preconceived negative judgments or attitudes toward a group or its members, while discrimination refers to actions against a group or its members based on these prejudices.

Aggressive Behavior

Actions or responses characterized by hostility or attack, whether physical, verbal, or symbolic, possibly resulting from frustration or threat.

Personal Experience

refers to events or encounters an individual personally goes through, shaping their perception and understanding of the world.

  • Examine concepts pertaining to bias, discrimination, and their roots.
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Sarath ChandranJul 27, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Prejudice and discrimination are not formed from facts and personal experience; they are based on stereotypes and generalizations about a group of people.