A study was conducted to investigate factors predicting negative stereotyping toward out-group regional members in two distinct cohorts (Group X and Group Y). The findings of this correlational study are summarized in Table 3.
| Group X | Perceived out-group threat | In-group identification |
|---|---|---|
| In-group identification | 0.38 | NO DATA |
| Negative stereotyping | 0.45 | 0.52 |
| Group Y | Perceived out-group threat | In-group identification |
| In-group identification | 0.49 | NO DATA |
| Negative stereotyping | 0.51 | 0.58 |
Explain how social identity theory supports the findings of this study.
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