Box 7.2: The Classical Minimal Group Experiment study demonstrated that although the groups were based on a meaningless classification and members had no contact with each other, they still showed preference for the _______________.
A) Out-group
B) In-group
C) The management team
D) Their family

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The Classical Minimal Group Experiment demonstrated that even with a meaningless classification and no contact between group members, individuals still showed preference for their in-group over the out-group. This suggests that humans have a natural tendency to favor those who are similar to themselves or belong to the same group.

Box 72: the Classical Minimal Group Experiment Study Demonstrated That Although