stereotype/bias

Stereotype

A generalized belief that characterizes each person of a group in the same category

Bias

An unfair or close minded opinions for or against an idea, person, group of people, or a belief

stereotype example

All tall people are good at basketball

bias example

Rigorous, sustained cardiovascular exercise is the only way to improve health

Stereotype characteristic

The writer makes general statements about groups of people or uses evidence from unreliable sources about groups

Bias characteristic

The writer uses emotionally charged words to describe a topic or purposefully omits facts that contradict ideas about an issue