Which best defines a literary stereotype and its purpose in literature?

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A literary stereotype is a way for the writer to indicate whether a character is good or evil, a protagonist or an antagonist.

A literary stereotype is a way for the writer to indicate whether a character is good or evil, a protagonist or an antagonist.

A literary stereotype creates conflict and contrasts how a character may seem with who a character really is.

A literary stereotype creates conflict and contrasts how a character may seem with who a character really is.

A literary stereotype is a term used interchangeably with prejudice.

A literary stereotype is a term used interchangeably with prejudice.

A literary stereotype has no purpose in literature except to reveal prejudice and express the views of specific characters.