How Do Sociologists Define a Minority Group

question 37

Multiple Choice

How do sociologists define a minority group?

• A) a group that makes up less than 50 percent of the total population
• B) a group that makes up less than 20 percent of the total population
• C) a group whose members suffer from unequal treatment
• D) a group that is smaller than the dominant group
• E) a group that is overrepresented in the educational system

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Definitions:

Cash Flow Growth Rate

The rate at which a company's cash flow from operations grows over a specific time period, indicating financial health and performance.

Required Rate of Return

The minimum yearly return rate that convinces individuals or firms to put their investment into a certain security or project.

Canadian Pacific Railroad

A historic railway company in Canada, established in the 19th century, playing a significant role in the development of the nation's commerce and industry.

Yield

The income return on an investment, such as the interest or dividends received, often expressed as a percentage of the investment's cost or current value.