On a Percentage Basis, Which of the Following Is the Fastest-Growing

question 68

Multiple Choice

On a percentage basis, which of the following is the fastest-growing American minority?

• A) African Americans
• B) Hispanic Americans
• C) Latin Americans
• D) Asian Americans
• E) Eastern European Americans

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Definitions:

Molecular Substance

A chemical composition made up of molecules, which are groups of atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound that can take part in a chemical reaction.

Supertasters

Individuals who have a heightened sense of taste, particularly for bitter flavors, likely due to a higher density of taste papillae.

Sweet Tastes

The gustatory perception elicited by sugars and substances that mimic the chemistry of sugars, resulting in a pleasant flavor.

Bitter Tastes

One of the basic tastes, detected by the tongue and often associated with compounds that are considered potentially toxic or harmful.