Regarding studies conducted on mixed-race groups, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Equal-status contact is an important means for reducing prejudice and stereotyping.
B) Equal-status contact has been used successfully in lab settings but has not been effective in real-life work and school settings.
C) Equal-status contact can be beneficial in promoting friendly behavior and respect toward the disliked group.
D) Benefits are most likely to occur when personal contact is both cooperative and on an equal footing.

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Equal-status contact has been used successfully in both lab settings and real-life work and school settings, making option B false. Studies have shown that equal-status contact can be effective in reducing prejudice and promoting positive attitudes toward mixed-race groups. Personal contact that is cooperative and on an equal footing is more likely to result in positive outcomes.

Regarding Studies Conducted on Mixed-Race Groups, Which of the Following