When people see Brenda's red hair, they assume she is high-strung, temperamental, and of Irish descent. This oversimplified view of Brenda is an example of a

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This is an example of a social stereotype, which is an oversimplified generalization about a group of people based on certain traits, such as hair color, without considering individual differences.

When People See Brenda's Red Hair, They Assume She Is