Barry would be described as ethnocentric and also appears to harbor a degree of racial prejudice. When Barry served on a jury recently, the other jurors, who believed there was reasonable doubt regarding the defendant's guilt, said that Barry was adamant about the defendant being guilty even from the first day of testimony. Barry is exhibiting which type of personality traits?
A)legalistic
B)borderline
C)psychopathic
D)authoritarian

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Barry's behavior, characterized by ethnocentrism, racial prejudice, and a rigid, unwavering belief in the defendant's guilt despite reasonable doubt, aligns with traits associated with an authoritarian personality. This personality type often exhibits conformity to authority figures, strict adherence to societal norms, and prejudice towards out-groups.

Barry Would Be Described as Ethnocentric and Also Appears to Harbor