Final answer:
The false statement is that individuals who hold stereotypes or prejudices always engage in discrimination, as not all prejudiced or stereotypical thoughts lead to discriminatory actions.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement that is false among the options provided is: B. individuals who hold stereotypes or prejudices always engage in discrimination. Not all individuals who have stereotypes or prejudices will necessarily act upon them. While prejudices are negative attitudes about a group and its members, and stereotypes involve overgeneralized beliefs about a group, discrimination involves actions and thus is a step further than merely holding a belief or attitude.
Discrimination refers to the actions taken based on prejudices, such as biased hiring practices or unfair treatment. It is important to differentiate between these terms as having a prejudice does not inevitably lead to discriminatory actions, although it often can. Education and positive interactions with diverse groups can help in reducing prejudiced attitudes and preventing discriminatory behaviors.