The Term "Minority" Is Currently Defined as "A Relatively Small

question 222

Multiple Choice

The term "minority" is currently defined as "a relatively small group of people who differ from others with respect to race,religion,language,or political persuasion." Why will the term have different implications in the future?

• A)There will be stronger limits on immigration,so the presence of minorities will be less noticeable.
• B)Members of Generation Y are more socially conscious and embrace diversity.
• C)The term minority has become politically incorrect.
• D)The meaning of the word won't change at all;the group with the smallest population,regardless of its absolute size,will always be labeled "minority."
• E)The size of most ethnic groups will double during the next two decades.

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