Lizette's attitude toward other racial groups had always been negative.In her first year of college,she was assigned a roommate from a different racial group.This experience caused her to give up her prejudicial attitude.This best illustrates the impact of
A) altruism.
B) the reciprocity norm.
C) equal status contact.
D) equity.

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This scenario shows the impact of equal status contact, which is when people from different racial groups interact on an equal footing. This interaction can help break down stereotypes and prejudices, and promote understanding and tolerance. In this case, Lizette's experience of living with a roommate from a different racial group helped her give up her negative attitude.

Lizette's Attitude Toward Other Racial Groups Had Always Been Negative