A simplified set of traits associated with membership in a group or category is called ____.

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Stereotypes are simplified and often distorted beliefs about a group or category that may or may not have some truth to them. Prejudice is a negative attitude or feeling towards a group, discrimination is the unfair treatment of individuals based on their group membership, and bias refers to a preference or inclination towards a particular perspective or group.

A Simplified Set of Traits Associated with Membership in a Group