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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Stereotypes are resistant to change, and when a prejudiced person encounters someone from a stereotyped group who doesn't fit their expectations, they often view this person as an exception rather than evidence against the stereotype. This means that meeting a pleasant or likable member of a rejected group does not necessarily lead to a change in the prejudiced person's views.

Regarding Stereotypes, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE