Stereotype rebound is least likely to occur when
A) people's unconscious processing overrides their conscious processing.
B) the suppressor is high in prejudice.
C) people are able to substitute egalitarian beliefs for stereotypic thoughts.
D) stereotypes are strongly activated.

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When people are able to substitute egalitarian beliefs for stereotypic thoughts, stereotype rebound is least likely to occur. This is because when individuals consciously replace their stereotypic thoughts with beliefs that emphasize equality, these positive beliefs are more likely to become activated in future encounters, reducing the chance of stereotype rebound.

Stereotype Rebound Is Least Likely to Occur When