Question

Stereotypes are harmful because it _____.

• A. involves generalisation
• B. overlooks uniqueness of individuals
• C. appreciates qualities of others
• D. fits people into patterns

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A involves generalisation
B overlooks uniqueness of individuals
D fits people into patterns

Stereotypes are created and fixed as image of people. It is harmful because it involves generalisation and is unfair because it overlooks the unique qualities and skills of individuals. It fits many people into a certain type or pattern which is harmful for society.