Knowing that an ingroup friend has a close relationship with a member of an outgroup can produce positive intergroup benefits. This is called the ____ effect.

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The correct term is the "extended contact" effect, which refers to the phenomenon where knowing someone from one's own group (ingroup) who has a positive relationship with someone from an outgroup can lead to more positive attitudes towards that outgroup. This concept is based on the idea that indirect or vicarious experiences of cross-group friendships can help reduce prejudice and improve intergroup relations.

Knowing That an Ingroup Friend Has a Close Relationship with a Member