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Unit 2 Discussion Stereotypes - Estimated time to complete: 2 Hours Stereotypes, as we have come to understand, are assumptions that some individuals have about certain groups. Stereotypes can span across race, gender, religion, ethnicity, sexual preference, and other areas. We have also come to understand that individuals within these different groups face stereotype threat, or the risk of people feeling they are conforming to the stereotypes that exist about their social group. In your initial discussion post for this unit consider the impact that stereotype threat can have on an individual and respond to the questions below: What influence might stereotype threat have on an individual? What might this influence in their life? Why? What would be the importance of having conversations across different social groups about how stereotype threat impacts them? Would a conversation of this nature be beneficial? Why or why not? What steps could be taken to change the influence that stereotype threats have within a cultural group? Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format. Please this assignment is due sunday my course is cultural diversity thanks in advance.