Stereotypes are a) examples of deviant cognitive processing. b) considered normal cognitive processing. c) always inaccurate. d) always negative. e) always positive

The correct option is: b) considered normal cognitive processing

Explanation:

A stereotype is an overgeneralized idea or belief about a certain group of people. It can be described as the expectation about the various aspects of the group such as ability, preference, personality.

Stereotypes are said to be overgeneralized because they are assumed to be true about each member of the group. It is a form of categorization which serves cognitive functions by simplifying and systematizing the information.