Identify the Statement That Accurately Differentiates Stereotypes and Discrimination

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.