Pam believes that elderly adults are senile so they make her uncomfortable. This belief of Pam's is an example of _______, and her reaction to the elderly is an example of _______.

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Pam's belief that all elderly adults are senile is a stereotype, as she is generalizing and assuming that all elderly adults possess this characteristic. Her discomfort and avoidance of the elderly is an example of prejudice, as she is holding negative attitudes and feelings toward them based on her stereotype. However, she is not actively discriminating against them, which would involve treating them unfairly or differently because of their age.

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