Identity Development

Question 1 • ***CPS Online Psychology Summer – 1-2027

Which of the following statements concerning the influence of culture on ethnic identity formation is accurate?

Answer

One will reject ethnic identity if cultural stereotypes are encountered.

If one’s ethnicity is different from the dominant cultural group, then one’s ethnic identity will become weakened.

If an ethnic group is accepted by dominant culture, then ethnic identity formation can be a difficult process.

Similarity to the dominant culture can determine how easy it is for one to accept ethnic differences.

Explanation

Similarity to the dominant culture can influence how readily someone recognizes and accepts their own ethnic differences. Thus, “Similarity to the dominant culture can determine how easy it is for one to accept ethnic differences” is accurate. The other statements are too absolute: stereotypes or a difference from the dominant group do not necessarily cause someone to reject or weaken their ethnic identity.

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