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AP Psychology
Multiple Choice

Outcomes of Realistic Conflict Theory

Medium Unit 9: Social Psychology Prejudice And Discrimination

Prejudice and discrimination are social phenomena that have been studied extensively in social psychology. When examining the roots of these behaviors, psychologists often refer to various theories that seek to explain why individuals or groups harbor negative feelings or act unfairly toward others. One such theory is the Realistic Conflict Theory, which posits that prejudice arises from competition over resources. In light of this theory, which of the following statements most accurately reflects an outcome predicted by Realistic Conflict Theory?

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