Which of the following factors increases prejudice by activating the goal of gaining social approval?

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Self-monitoring is the personality trait of being sensitive to situational cues and adjusting one's behavior accordingly to gain social approval. This activation of the goal of gaining social approval can increase prejudice, as individuals may exhibit biases in order to fit in with a particular social group or gain approval from others.

Which of the Following Factors Increases Prejudice by Activating the Goal