Research on socialization into prejudiced attitudes indicates that
A)children tend to be free of prejudice until around the ages of 9 or 10 years old.
B)there is a close correlation between the racial and ethnic attitudes of parents and those of their children.
C)children and young adults who believe they can think for themselves are able to avoid taking on their parents racial or other prejudices.
D)most people today are unaffected by parental prejudices since the media has become so important.

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The research suggests that children's racial and ethnic attitudes are strongly influenced by those of their parents. Therefore, there is a close correlation between the attitudes of parents and those of their children, indicating that socialization into prejudiced attitudes begins at home. While media can play a role in shaping attitudes, it is not the primary factor according to research. Additionally, the age at which children become prejudiced is not clearly defined and can vary based on many factors. Finally, while critical thinking skills may help individuals avoid taking on prejudiced attitudes, the research indicates that parental influence is still significant.

Research on Socialization into Prejudiced Attitudes Indicates That