In many schools,ethnic groups segregate themselves in the lunchrooms.People in each group often think they would welcome more contact with the other group,but they assume that the other group does not reciprocate the wish.This pattern of thinking best illustrates

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The pattern of thinking described in the scenario is an example of mirror-image perceptions, which is a phenomenon where each group in a conflict assumes the worst about the other group's intentions and beliefs. This can lead to a lack of communication and cooperation between groups. The other answer choices do not accurately describe the situation described in the scenario.

In Many Schools,ethnic Groups Segregate Themselves in the Lunchrooms