Selena thinks that all computer programmers are antisocial and boring.When she meets Mark,a computer programmer,she immediately decides that she does not like him.Selena's beliefs are ________,and not liking Mark is ________.

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Selena's beliefs about all computer programmers being antisocial and boring is a stereotype, a generalized belief or idea about a group of people. Her subsequent dislike of Mark based solely on his profession is an example of prejudice, a negative or hostile attitude towards someone based on their group membership.

Selena Thinks That All Computer Programmers Are Antisocial and Boring