Social representations are:
A)value commitments within a culture.
B)intuitive ideas that prove to be true
C)widely held ideas and values,including assumptions and cultural ideologies.
D)stereotypes that are rooted in racism rather than in objective truth.

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Social representations refer to widely held ideas, values, assumptions, and cultural ideologies within a society or culture. These can include beliefs about various aspects of life, such as gender roles, social hierarchies, and group identities. While some representations may be based in objective truth, others may be influenced by stereotypes and biases that are not objectively accurate. Therefore, option A, B, and D are incorrect.

Social Representations Are