The book distinguishes stereotyping and prejudice from discrimination and racism because
A) stereotyping and prejudice hurt the targets of categorization.
B) stereotyping and prejudice do not directly hurt the targets of categorization.
C) discrimination and racism do not hurt the targets of categorization.
D) discrimination and racism are more prevalent than are stereotyping and prejudice.

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Stereotyping and prejudice are cognitive and attitudinal biases respectively, which do not necessarily result in direct harm or actions against the targets of categorization. Discrimination and racism, on the other hand, involve actions and systemic practices that directly harm individuals or groups based on their perceived racial or ethnic identities.

The Book Distinguishes Stereotyping and Prejudice from Discrimination and Racism