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1
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Who proposed this theory as a solution to prejudice?

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Allport (1954)

2
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What does this theory suggest brings about prejudice?

A

Unequal status and competition.

3
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What does this theory suggest is a solution to prejudice?

A

Increasing equal contact between members of different groups to improve social relations.

4
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List the 4 conditions that can reduce prejudice, according to this theory.

A

1) Equal status
2) Intergroup cooperation
3) Common goals
4) Support from social and institutional authorities

5
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Evaluate 2 strengths of this theory.

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  • Pettigrew and Tropp (2000) found that prejudice was reduced 94% of the time
  • It is a positive theory
6
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Evaluate 3 weaknesses of this theory.

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  • Stephan (1986) rejects as he found that 46% of the time contact makes prejudice worse
  • Correlational data only
  • Unrealistic conditions to meet to reduce prejudice