A label used to devalue members of deviant groups is called_________?
Correct answer: B. Stigma
- A. Social change
- B. Stigma
- C. Status group
- D. None of these
Explanation
A stigma is a socially discrediting label or mark that devalues a person or group, often because they are seen as deviant. Social change and status group refer to different sociological concepts.
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