All of the Following Statements About Stereotyping Are Accurate, EXCEPT

question 203

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about stereotyping are accurate, EXCEPT

• A)Stereotypes do not accurately describe everyone assigned to that stereotype.
• B)Stereotyping causes us to ignore or misinterpret behaviours that are inconsistent with the stereotype we assign to a person.
• C)People can improve the perceptual process by preventing the activation of stereotypes.
• D)Stereotyping can potentially become the foundation for prejudice.
• E)Stereotypes generally have some inaccuracies.

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Definitions:

Beliefs

Convictions or acceptance that certain things are true or real, often without empirical evidence.

Self-Esteem Threatening

Situations or actions that may pose a risk to an individual's self-worth or self-view.

Situational Constraints

External factors that limit or influence an individual's ability to perform a task or behavior, often beyond their control.

Subjective Norms

An individual’s perception of others’ beliefs about whether a behavior is appropriate and their motivation to comply with those expectations.