All of the Following Statements Regarding Race and Ethnicity Are

question 21

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements regarding race and ethnicity are true EXCEPT

• A)race and ethnicity are social constructions.
• B)race and ethnicity remain the same regardless of which country one is in.
• C)different countries use different classifications in their census.
• D)in some countries physical appearance carries less social significance.

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Definitions:

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

Physiological Needs

Basic physical requirements for human survival, such as food, water, shelter, and clothing, which are the foundation of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Innate

Traits, abilities or instincts that are inherent in an individual from birth, not acquired or learned through experience.

Social Forces

The structures, institutions, and social dynamics that influence individuals and groups in society, shaping behaviors, attitudes, and opportunities.