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Do you believe that stereotyping is an automatic response to socialization and cultural identity? Explain your answer.

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Hi and thank you for using Brainmass. The solution below should get you started. I think this outline will suit you well:

1. Socialization & cultural identiy - overview, 100 words
2. Stereotyping & ethno-expression - 100 words
3.Opinion - 100 words

These concepts are related to what you need to discuss prior to giving your opinion. Below, I have shown you how this can be done. Just let me know if you need further clarifications. All the best.

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AE 105878/Xenia Jones
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Socialization & Cultural Identity

What is socialization? It is the process by which we acquire culture - specifically cultural knowledge and skills. These include language, traditions, practices, values, mores and social skills. Socialization essentially is a learning process that allows us to better able to function as ...

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