Which of the following is NOT true of group prototypes?

A) Group prototypes are cognitive representations of groups
B) Group prototypes are composed of an average of ingroup member attributes
C) Group prototypes are context-dependent
D) Group prototypes are closely related to stereotypes

Group Prototypes

Conceptual or representative examples of the typical qualities or behaviors of a particular social group.

Cognitive Representations

Mental models or symbols that individuals use to understand and interact with the world around them.

Stereotypes

Overgeneralized beliefs about a particular category of people, assuming that everyone in that category shares the same characteristics.