Regarding Stereotypes, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 263

Multiple Choice

Regarding stereotypes, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Without stereotypes, there would be far less hate, prejudice, exclusion, and conflict.
• B)Even though stereotypes sometimes include positive traits, they are mainly used to control people.
• C)If a prejudiced person meets a pleasant or likable member of a rejected group, they will come to view this as evidence against the stereotype.
• D)Stereotypes have a self-fulfilling quality.

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