A(n) _____ is a label that causes us to regard certain people as different, defective, and set apart from mainstream members of society.
A) independent variable
B) prejudice
C) stereotype
D) stigma

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Stigma is a label that is associated with negative attitudes and beliefs about individuals or certain groups of people, causing them to be viewed as "different" or "defective." This label sets them apart from mainstream society and can lead to unfair treatment or discrimination against them. Prejudice and stereotypes can contribute to the creation of stigmas, but stigma is a distinct concept that focuses on the consequences of those attitudes and beliefs rather than the attitudes and beliefs themselves. The independent variable is not related to this concept.

A(n) _____ Is a Label That Causes Us to Regard