Which of the Following Is One of the Explanations Researchers

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is one of the explanations researchers have presented to answer the question, "Given the prevalence of prejudice in American society and the generally disadvantaged position of Blacks, why do Black adolescents have high self-esteem?"

• A) Black teenagers benefit from the support and positive feedback of adults in their communities.
• B) Blacks have learned not to recognize the extent to which American society discriminates against them.
• C) Very few Black adolescents have experienced racism.
• D) A weak sense of ethnic identity among Black adolescents prevents harm to their self-esteem.

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