Which of the Following Statements About African American Buying Patterns

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about African American buying patterns is most accurate?

• A) There have been no observed differences in the consumption patterns of African Americans and Caucasians.
• B) African American men spend more on health and beauty products than Caucasian men do.
• C) The typical African American family is five years older than the typical Caucasian family.
• D) African American purchase behavior is still affected by the historical deprivation in employment and educational opportunities in the United States.
• E) African Americans are not price-conscious.

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