Regarding group membership and intergroup conflict, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?
A)An unfortunate by-product of group membership is that it often limits contact with people in other groups.
B)Shared beliefs concerning superiority, injustice, vulnerability, and distrust are common triggers for hostility between groups.
C)Conflicts between groups are almost always amplified by stereotyped images of the out-group members.
D)All of these statements are true.

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All of the statements are true. Group membership can limit contact with people in other groups, and shared beliefs or perceptions concerning superiority, injustice, vulnerability, or distrust can trigger conflict between groups. Moreover, stereotyped images of the out-group members often amplify conflicts between groups, as they can contribute to negative attitudes and perceptions towards the out-group, making it easier to justify aggressive or discriminatory behavior.

Regarding Group Membership and Intergroup Conflict, Which of the Following