Regarding social stereotypes, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. Social stereotypes are always negative.
b. Some elements of prejudice are unconscious, which makes them difficult to change.
c. Stereotypes tend to simplify people into "us" and "them" categories.
d. When a person is stereotyped, the easiest thing for her or him to do is to abide by others' expectations.
ANSWER: a
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