Which of the Following Best Describes Racism

question 354

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes racism?

• A) the scientific study of skin color and its effect on abilities.
• B) a proselytizing religious tradition from South America
• C) the belief that all humans are the same despite visual variations in skin tone and face shape
• D) the belief that visually apparent genetic factors such as skin color are a primary determinant of cultural traits and abilities

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