The part of a person's self-concept that is based on his or her identification with a nation, religious or political group, occupation, or other social affiliation is called:
A) ethnic identity.
B) a stereotype.
C) ethnocentrism.
D) social identity.

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The part of a person's self-concept that is based on his or her identification with a nation, religious or political group, occupation, or other social affiliation is called social identity. Choice A (ethnic identity) is a subset of social identity that specifically refers to a person's ethnicity or cultural background. Choice B (a stereotype) refers to a generalized and oversimplified belief about a group of people. Choice C (ethnocentrism) refers to the belief that one's own culture or ethnicity is superior to others.

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