Interactionists point out that when people from divergent groups are exposed to each other,favorable attitudes and behavior develop when certain factors are present.Which of the following is NOT one of these factors?
A)The members of each group must have equal status.
B)The members of each group must pursue different goals.
C)The members of each group must cooperate with one another to achieve their goals.
D)The members of each group must receive positive feedback when they interact with one another in positive,nondiscriminatory ways.

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Interactionists actually propose that favorable attitudes and behavior develop when members of different groups pursue the same goals, not different goals. Cooperation towards a common goal is an important factor in reducing intergroup prejudice and discrimination.

Interactionists Point Out That When People from Divergent Groups Are