Although Maxine has never actually met anybody who is Russian,she is convinced that all Russians are sneaky individuals who can't be trusted.The social identity perspective would predict that
A) Maxine will never befriend a anyone of Russian decent.
B) Maxine will show ingroup favoritism for a new Russian co-worker.
C) Maxine will engage in outgroup derogation of Russians.
D) Maxine's self-worth will decline as she engages in the derogation of the Russian people.

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The social identity perspective states that individuals tend to categorize others into ingroups and outgroups, with the outgroup being viewed negatively. Maxine's belief that all Russians are untrustworthy places them in the outgroup, and the social identity perspective would predict that she would engage in outgroup derogation of Russians as a result.

Although Maxine Has Never Actually Met Anybody Who Is Russian,she