Positive stereotypes
A) are so rare that researchers do not study them.
B) are more accurate than negative stereotypes.
C) are formed by the same psychological processes as negative beliefs.
D) have only positive effects on members of majority groups.

Question

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Positive and negative stereotypes are formed by similar psychological processes, including categorization, generalization, and the influence of social norms and media. Positive stereotypes, while seemingly benign, can still have complex effects on individuals and groups, reinforcing simplistic or essentialist views of social categories.

Positive Stereotypes