A negative attitude toward an individual solely on the basis of that person's presumed membership in a particular group is:

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Prejudice refers to a negative attitude or belief about a whole group of people based on preconceived notions or stereotypes. Discrimination involves acting on those beliefs by treating individuals unfairly or unequally because of their membership in that group. Stereotyping involves making generalized assumptions about individuals based on their presumed membership in a particular group. Ethnocentrism refers to the tendency to view one's own culture or ethnic group as superior to others. Therefore, the best choice is C) prejudice, as it specifically encompasses the negative attitude described in the question prompt.

A Negative Attitude Toward an Individual Solely on the Basis