Identify the Statement That Accurately Differentiates Stereotypes and Discrimination

question 52

Multiple Choice

Identify the statement that accurately differentiates stereotypes and discrimination.

• A) Stereotypes refer to the unfair treatment of people based on prejudice, whereas discrimination is a preconceived judgment about a group of people.
• B) Stereotypes are prohibited by law, whereas discrimination is not prohibited by law.
• C) Stereotypes are generalized, fixed images of others, whereas discrimination is the unfair or inequitable treatment based on prejudice.
• D) Stereotypes can be countered or eliminated, whereas discrimination cannot be countered or eliminated.

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