Consider how realistic conflict theory has played a role in how Chinese immigrants were seen in the U.S. When they were competing with white miners during the gold rush, they were seen __________, but when they were helping construct the transcontinental railroad, they were seen __________.
A) favorably; unfavorably
B) neutrally; unfavorably
C) unfavorably; favorably
D) favorably; neutrally

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Realistic conflict theory suggests that competition over resources can lead to prejudice and discrimination towards out-groups. During the gold rush, white miners saw Chinese immigrants as a threat to their economic prosperity and thus viewed them unfavorably. However, when Chinese immigrants were hired to help construct the transcontinental railroad, they were seen favorably because they were perceived as providing a valuable contribution to the completion of the project.

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