Despite Demographic Shifts, How Can You Tell That Whites Are

question 97

Multiple Choice

Despite demographic shifts, how can you tell that whites are still the dominant group in California?

• A) They discriminate against other racial and ethnic groups.
• B) They remain dominant in terms of power, resources, and representation in social institutions.
• C) They are overrepresented in prisons.
• D) They are overrepresented as victims of violent crimes.
• E) Affirmative action policies are still in place.

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