Which of the following predictions is consistent with the theory of aversive prejudice?

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The theory of aversive prejudice suggests that individuals may have negative attitudes toward a group (in this case, Black people), but they are also motivated by social norms to avoid expressing those negative attitudes explicitly. Therefore, the prediction that when given the opportunity, White people will avoid contact with Black people is consistent with this theory. Option B is not consistent with this theory because it suggests that individuals will behave positively toward Black people in an ambiguous situation, which is not necessarily motivated by aversive prejudice. Option C is too general and does not make a specific prediction about behavior. Option D is not necessarily consistent with the theory of aversive prejudice because discrimination against lower status Black people can be motivated by explicit prejudice, rather than aversive prejudice.

Which of the Following Predictions Is Consistent with the Theory