Shelly has depression, and it cheers her up when she’s able to make fun of others. As a result, she joins in when people make fun of the Cubans in her town who can’t speak English. This is an example of the _________ function of prejudice.

a. ego-defensive
b. value expression
c. utilitarian
d. knowledge function

a. ego-defensive

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