Which of the following statements about stereotyping is FALSE?
A)People can improve the perceptual process by preventing the activation of stereotypes.
B)Stereotyping causes us to ignore or misinterpret behaviours that are inconsistent with the stereotype we assign to a person.
C)Stereotypes do not accurately describe everyone assigned to that stereotype.
D)Stereotypes generally have some inaccuracies.
E)Stereotyping can potentially become the foundation for prejudicE.

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This statement is false. While people can reduce the impact of their stereotypes, it is difficult to completely prevent their activation. Research has shown that even people who are motivated to be unbiased can still exhibit stereotypical thinking due to the automatic nature of the process.

Which of the Following Statements About Stereotyping Is FALSE