what kind of messages do sterotypes send out to people?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Stereotypes lump all members of specific groups together. We are aware of variations with our groups, "us," but are less likely to be aware of similar variations among differing groups, "them." The stereotypes leads to pre-judging members of outgroups, before we can get to know their individual qualities.

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