Regarding Minority Teens,which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 87

Multiple Choice

Regarding minority teens,which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Ethnic heritage has a powerful influence on the personal identity of minority teens.
• B) As ethnic minorities in America continue to grow in status and prominence, minority adolecents will be more likely to feel rejected or excluded.
• C) Teens who identify with their ethnic community usually have a higher self-esteem and are less likely to use drugs.
• D) In the past, minority teens have often faced degrading stereotypes concerning their intelligence, sexuality, social status, and manners.

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