Which of the Following Statements About Stereotypes Is FALSE

question 132

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about stereotypes is FALSE?

• A)Stereotypes are forms of social categories.
• B)Stereotypes are sets of characteristics that people believe are true for all members of a particular social category.
• C)Stereotypes are governed by the recency effect.
• D)Stereotypes are very limiting and can cause discrimination.

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