Jared, a White American, is a high school student at Dream Valley High. He is close friends with Chris, an African American. Jared often invites Chris to his house for celebration of family functions. Jared's parents are accepting of Chris. Which of the following theories of prejudice can explain the racial tolerance of Jared and his parents?

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The normative approach suggests that prejudice is minimized when social norms dictate that it is unacceptable. In this scenario, Jared and his parents may have adopted a norm of racial tolerance and acceptance, which has led to their positive attitudes towards Chris.

Jared, a White American, Is a High School Student at Dream