Behavior based upon prejudice is called what?

• A. Prejudice
• B. Discrimination
• C. Stereotyping
• D. Bias

Answer: (B)

Behavior based on prejudice is discrimination. Prejudice is an unfounded negative attitude toward a group, while discrimination is the act of treating people unfairly because of that group membership. Stereotyping is the cognitive belief that members of a group share certain traits, and bias is a general tendency or inclination that can color judgments. When biased attitudes lead to actions—like denying someone a job or housing because of their group—that's discrimination.