During wars, which of the following provides a degree of emotional insulation that makes it easier for soldiers to harm other humans, while also making terrorism, torture, murder, and genocide possible?
A)stereotype threat
B)social facilitation
C)superordinate goals
D)dehumanization

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Dehumanization is the psychological process of demonizing the enemy, making them seem less human and hence not worthy of humane treatment. This process can make it easier for soldiers to harm others without the normal moral and ethical considerations that would apply if they saw their opponents as fully human. It also underlies the psychological mechanisms that make terrorism, torture, murder, and genocide possible, as it removes the usual empathetic responses that would prevent such actions.

During Wars, Which of the Following Provides a Degree of Emotional