Which term describes a negative attitude toward a person based solely on their group membership?

• A. Prejudice
• B. Stereotype
• C. Discrimination
• D. Implicit bias

Answer: (A)

Prejudice is a negative attitude toward a person based on their group membership. It’s about how you feel or evaluate someone because of the group they’re perceived to belong to, not about specific beliefs about the group or how they’re treated. A stereotype is a general belief about what members of a group are like, which is cognitive in nature. Discrimination is the acting on bias, resulting in unfair treatment. Implicit bias refers to attitudes or stereotypes that operate unconsciously. So the negative evaluation tied to group membership best fits prejudice.