An attitude that leads someone to judge a person on his or her group's real or imagined characteristics is called:

A) prejudice
B) discrimination
C) genocide
D) norm
E) ethnic group

Imagined Characteristics

Attributes or qualities that are perceived or believed to exist, often without empirical evidence or based on stereotypes.

Attitude

A psychological tendency that is expressed by evaluating a particular entity with some degree of favor or disfavor.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or judgment formed without sufficient knowledge or just grounds, often leading to discrimination or negative social actions.