Which of the Following Statements About the Conditions of African

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the conditions of African Americans in the United States today is LEAST accurate?

• A) As indicated by the election of Barack Obama in 2008 and 2012, the number of national political offices held by African Americans is roughly commensurate to their percentage of the general population.
• B) African American citizens are more likely than white citizens to be convicted of a crime.
• C) African American convicts are more likely than white convicts to be sentenced to death for their crimes.
• D) Despite the end of legally sanctioned segregation, residential segregation still exists for many African Americans.
• E) The average African American family's household income is roughly two-thirds that of the average white American family.

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Definitions:

Bureaucratic Structure

A bureaucratic structure is an organizational system characterized by a hierarchical distribution of power, strict procedures, and a clear division of responsibilities.

Political Corruption

Involves the misuse of public power or position for personal gain, adversely affecting governmental integrity and efficiency.

Unlawful Misdirection

The act of intentionally guiding or directing someone in a wrong or illegal path.

Governmental Resources

Assets, finances, and other resources controlled or owned by the government for public use and administration.