Sociologist Joe Feagin distinguishes four different categories of discrimination. He uses the term______________ for harmful action intentionally taken by a dominant-group member against a member of a subordinate group, with or without the support of other members of the dominant group in the same social context.

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Feagin uses the term "isolated discrimination" for harmful action intentionally taken by a dominant-group member against a member of a subordinate group, with or without the support of other members of the dominant group in the same social context. A is incorrect as Feagin uses "indirect institutionalized discrimination" to describe practices that have a discriminatory effect and are carried out by societal institutions such as schools, businesses, or government agencies. C is incorrect as "direct institutionalized discrimination" refers to intentionally discriminatory policies or practices adopted by organizations that are built into the normal operation of society, including economic, political, and educational institutions. D is incorrect as "small-group discrimination" refers to discriminatory actions that occur within small groups that are not directly connected to a larger institution or ideology.

Sociologist Joe Feagin Distinguishes Four Different Categories of Discrimination