The contact hypothesis is based on the idea that ________.

The contact hypothesis is based on the idea that ________.
A) decreased contact between group members is necessary for the reduction of prejudice
B) contact between members of different social groups has no long-lasting effect on the level of prejudice experienced by group members
C) increased contact between members of different social groups may increase the degree of prejudice between the groups
D) increased contact between members of different social groups can help to reduce prejudice between the groups
E) prolonged contact with prejudiced members of society will increase one’s own level of prejudice