As a Sociological Concept,race Refers To

question 23

Multiple Choice

As a sociological concept,race refers to:

• A) a set of distinct physical characteristics that are the basis for a scientific classification of human beings
• B) cultural practices and outlooks, including language, history, ancestry, religion, and styles of dress or adornment that tend to set people apart
• C) physical variations in human beings singled out by members of a community or society as socially significant
• D) the four clearly defined groups into which humans are categorized based on physical phenotype
• E) inborn physical, mental, and social difference that separate one group from others

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Definitions:

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A moral theory that advocates for actions that maximize happiness and well-being for the greatest number of people.

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A belief system centered on the principles of freedom, the governed's agreement, and equal treatment under the law.

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