Which of the following statements is true?
A) Researchers are unable to study stereotype activation and stereotype application as separate processes.
B) People are usually aware that they have applied a stereotype, but are usually una- ware of the stereotype being activated.
C) When we meet someone, stereotype activation occurs first, followed by catego- rization, and then stereotype application.
D) When meeting others, the progression from categorization to stereotype activa- tion and application is rapid and automatic.

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Research suggests that when meeting others, the progression from categorization to stereotype activation and application is rapid and automatic. People may not even be aware that they have activated and applied a stereotype. Therefore, option D is the correct statement. Option A is not true because research has shown that stereotype activation and application can be studied as separate processes. Option B is not entirely true, as people may not always be aware that they have applied a stereotype. Option C is not entirely accurate, as categorization and stereotype activation can occur at the same time.

Which of the Following Statements Is True