An umpire dislikes African Americans and with deliberate intent, often makes official calls incorrectly when black players are at bat. According to sociologist Robert Merton's typology of prejudice and discrimination, this coach is a/an __________.

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The coach's intentional incorrect calls demonstrate discrimination, and his animosity towards African Americans shows prejudiced behavior. Therefore, he is a prejudiced discriminator according to Merton's typology.

An Umpire Dislikes African Americans and with Deliberate Intent, Often