Regarding prejudiced individuals, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)Stereotypes held by prejudiced individuals tend to be unusually irrational and often agree with conflicting statements regarding the out-group.
B)When a prejudiced person meets a likeable member of the rejected group, this member is seen as "an exception to the rule," not as evidence against the stereotype.
C)If evidence against their stereotype builds up, the prejudiced person is likely to change his or her stereotyped belief.
D)Elements of prejudice are unconscious and very difficult to change.

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The statement that prejudiced individuals are likely to change their stereotyped beliefs if evidence against them builds up is false. Prejudice is often deeply ingrained and difficult to change, even in the face of contradictory evidence.

Regarding Prejudiced Individuals, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE