Classifying Barack Obama as White in the U

question 29

Multiple Choice

Classifying Barack Obama as white in the U.S.would be in opposition to the __________ in the United States.

• A)rule of hypo-descent
• B)rule of hyper-descent
• C)whitening ideal
• D)blackening ideal

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Definitions:

Representativeness Bias

A cognitive bias where an individual inaccurately assesses the likelihood of an event based on how closely it matches their preconceived stereotypes.

Group Is Aggressive

A situation where a collective behaves in a forceful or assertive manner, often to achieve a common goal.

Big-C Creativity

What occurs when extraordinary things are done by exceptional people.

Unique Ways

Innovative or distinctive methods or approaches to doing something.