What Is One Sociological Explanation for Why African Americans Are

question 22

Multiple Choice

What is one sociological explanation for why African Americans are overrepresented in many professional sports?

• A)African Americans have genetic advantages over whites.
• B)African American males are discouraged from improving their athletic abilities and told to focus on education.
• C)African American athletes are less likely to graduate from college than white athletes.
• D)Social conditions channel a disproportionate number of athletically talented African Americans into sports.

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