Regarding Social Stereotypes,which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 165

Multiple Choice

Regarding social stereotypes,which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Social stereotypes are always negative.
• B) Some elements of prejudice are unconscious, which makes them difficult to change.
• C) Stereotypes tend to simplify people into "us" and "them" categories.
• D) When a person is stereotyped, the easiest thing for her or him to do is to abide by others' expectations.

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