Which of the following statements about stereotypes of aging is true?
A) Adults with more education are more susceptible to the detrimental effects of aging stereotypes.
B) Even positive aging stereotypes have a stressful, disorganizing impact on older adults' functioning.
C) In one study, Canadian adults diverse in age were less likely than Chinese adults to stereotype older people.
D) People "see" older adults in stereotypical ways, even when they appear otherwise.

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Research has consistently shown that people tend to hold ageist stereotypes about older adults, even when they encounter older individuals who don't fit the stereotype. These stereotypes can have negative effects on older adults' self-esteem and functioning. Option A is incorrect because research suggests that education can serve as a protective factor against negative aging stereotypes. Option B is partially incorrect; while negative aging stereotypes do have negative effects, positive aging stereotypes can have beneficial effects on older adults' functioning. Option C is incorrect because research has found that ageist stereotypes are widespread across cultures.

Which of the Following Statements About Stereotypes of Aging Is