In order for a person who holds a false belief to be labeled as prejudiced, the false belief must
a. be unconscious.
b. lead to an attitude of preference toward another human being.
c. resist change even in the face of evidence against its validity.
d. be based on cultural norms of proper behavior.
Answer: c. resist change even in the face of evidence against its validity.
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