A white couple does not hold prejudicial attitudes about black people. However, they steer away from purchasing a home in a predominantly black neighborhood because they are worried about declining property value. Though they feel uncomfortable, they stick to white neighborhoods where the property is considered a better financial investment. This shows that:
A) only prejudiced people will discriminate.
B) discrimination is unavoidable, but prejudicial attitudes are not.
C) patterns of discrimination are easily fixed by individuals.
D) discrimination is possible from people who are not prejudiced.

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This scenario illustrates that discrimination can occur even in the absence of prejudicial attitudes. Despite not holding any negative beliefs about black people, the couple's decision to avoid predominantly black neighborhoods results in discriminatory behavior. This suggests that addressing discrimination requires more than just changing individual attitudes; it requires structural and systemic changes as well.

A White Couple Does Not Hold Prejudicial Attitudes About Black