Research using the minimal intergroup paradigm has shown that people
A) are more likely to exhibit ingroup bias in large groups than in small groups.
B) are more likely to exhibit ingroup bias in small groups than in large groups.
C) are likely to exhibit ingroup bias even when the groups are defined in an arbitrary fashion.
D) are not likely to exhibit ingroup bias if the groups are defined in an arbitrary fashion.

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Research using the minimal intergroup paradigm has shown that even when groups are defined in an arbitrary fashion, people are likely to exhibit ingroup bias. This is because people have a tendency to identify with a group and feel a sense of loyalty and preference towards it. Therefore, even when there is no meaningful difference between groups, people tend to show bias towards their own group.

Research Using the Minimal Intergroup Paradigm Has Shown That People