Which of the following is most true about negative self-stereotypes of the elderly?
A) Can impair performance in a form of stereotype threat
B) Stereotypes are often formed early in life, when "the elderly" are seen as an outgroups
C) Are harder to mentally defend against due to many years of expressing prejudice
D) All of the above

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All three options listed are true about negative self-stereotypes of the elderly. Research has shown that negative self-stereotypes can impair performance in a form of stereotype threat, stereotypes are often formed early in life, and it can be harder to mentally defend against these stereotypes due to many years of expressing prejudice.

Which of the Following Is Most True About Negative Self-Stereotypes