A classmate with Asian heritage has been assigned to your group to complete a class project.What would be the best example of subtle "model minority" discrimination
Toward this person?

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The concept of the "model minority" stereotype suggests that individuals of certain ethnic backgrounds (often Asian) are inherently more capable, intelligent, or hardworking. By supporting every suggestion the person makes without critical consideration, it subtly reinforces this stereotype, suggesting their ideas are automatically superior due to their heritage, rather than evaluating them on their own merits. This can be a form of discrimination as it places unrealistic expectations on the individual based on their race.

A Classmate with Asian Heritage Has Been Assigned to Your