Realistic Conflict Theory LT11 Flashcards

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What did sherif claim that would happen if two or more groups are in competition?

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Conflict will occur and prejudice will follow

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Fill in the gaps:

Sherif proposes that _____________ against the other group will take as well as the possibility of _________

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Negative stereotyping and discrimination

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What kind of situation will happen if two groups are competing for the same resources?

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In group and out group situation

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When is prejudice and discrimination most likely?

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When resources are finite or very scarce

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How can we reduce conflict, prejudice and discrimination?

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Super ordinate goal

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What is a superorsinate goal?

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A mutually beneficial goal for both groups in which both groups need to participate in order to reach the goal

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Supporting evidence RCT

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Sherifs study

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Oversimplification RCT

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Assumes that prejudice arises from inter groups competing for scarce resources. Genes may have a role to play

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