Practice mode Theory and Perspectives

A Hispanic woman and a Jewish man working together as computer programmers at an electronics firm overcome their initial prejudices and come to value each other’s strengths. What does this illustrate?

Correct answer B. The contact hypothesis

Explanation

The contact hypothesis states that equal-status cooperative contact between members of different groups can reduce prejudice and stereotyping.

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