Which of the Following Arguments Would Most Likely Be Made

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which of the following arguments would most likely be made by an opponent of affirmative action policies?

• A)Affirmative action helps to compensate for past discrimination.
• B)Discrimination is a natural part of the human experience.
• C)Affirmative action discriminates on the basis of race.
• D)Diversity helps Americans better understand each other.

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Definitions:

Fur Trade

The exchange of animal furs (primarily beaver pelts) between traders and indigenous peoples in North America, a significant economic activity from the 16th to 19th centuries.

Expel the British

The act of driving out British forces or authority, often in the context of struggles for independence by various nations.

Federal Power

The authority and influence held by a federal government, encompassing powers shared or distributed between the national government and its subdivisions.

Hamilton's Tax Programs

Economic policies and tax measures implemented by Alexander Hamilton, the first U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, to stabilize the young nation’s finances.