The Statement That "White Men Can't Jump" Is Not Defined

question 53

Multiple Choice

The statement that "white men can't jump" is not defined as a racial slur by most whites,because

• A)whites don't play sports in which any jumping ability is an advantage.
• B)jumping ability has nothing to do with success,power,or wealth in society.
• C)blacks who say this are usually joking and say it only when they're with friends.
• D)it is not seen as being applicable to white female athletes from Europe.

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