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Using what you now know about the two theories from this week's readings, consider a situation in which these theories might intersect. Describe and explain the situation and the participants and how the theories might play out in that interaction. This can be a real situation you have experienced or seen in the media or a hypothetical situation. However, be mindful of stereotyping groups different from your own ingroup.