Initially, children do not have a frame of reference from which to question the prejudices of their relatives and friends. When they are rewarded with smiles or laughs for telling derogatory jokes or making negative comments about outgroup members, children's prejudiced attitudes may be reinforced. According to symbolic interactionists, this exemplifies __________.

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Social learning theory suggests that children learn attitudes and behaviors from the individuals around them, particularly their family and peers. In this scenario, children may learn prejudiced attitudes through observation and reinforcement from their social environment.

Initially, Children Do Not Have a Frame of Reference from Which