Goffman distinguishes between prestige symbols and stigma symbols. What is the main difference between them?

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Prestige symbols communicate desirable information, while stigma symbols communicate discrediting information.

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Prestige symbols concern social class, while stigma symbols concern physical characteristics.

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Prestige symbols are voluntary, while stigma symbols are imposed on people.

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Prestige symbols are understood universally, while stigma symbols depend on the audience.

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Prestige symbols are permanent, while stigma symbols usually disappear over time.

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