The finding that, in virtually every society, poor people are seen as lazy, ignorant, and carefree provides support for the idea that:

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The fact that stereotypes about poor people are consistent across different societies suggests that these stereotypes are likely to have their roots in the social roles that poor people occupy, rather than in any intrinsic characteristics of the people themselves. This suggests that choice C is the best answer – stereotypes are likely to reflect the roles that people occupy in society, rather than any inherent traits or characteristics.

The Finding That, in Virtually Every Society, Poor People Are