Anecdotal evidence shows that African-American and White coal miners in the 1950s were completely segregated above ground and completely integrated below ground. This example suggests the operation of __________ in prejudice.

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The phenomenon of complete segregation above ground and complete integration below ground suggests that the prejudice was not based on stereotyping or self-fulfilling prophecies, as those would not explain the contrast in treatment above and below ground. Competition may be a factor, but the fact that the segregation was complete above ground suggests that conformity played a significant role, with each group following the norms of segregation prevalent in society at the time.

Anecdotal Evidence Shows That African-American and White Coal Miners in the 1950s