Question

Choose the correct statement(s).

• A. Stereotypes are problematic because they are unjustified opinions.
• B. Stereotypes are problematic because they are over-simplified opinions.
• C. Stereotypes are problematic because they ignore diversity among individuals.
• D. Stereotypes are problematic because they promote diversity and difference.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

The correct options are
A Stereotypes are problematic because they are unjustified opinions.
B Stereotypes are problematic because they are over-simplified opinions.
C Stereotypes are problematic because they ignore diversity among individuals.

Stereotypes are problematic because they are an over-simplified and unjustified opinion that ignores diversity among individuals. It hampers appreciation for diversity and ignores difference as it does not appreciate the uniqueness of individuals.