Marxist-oriented theorists_____________?

Correct answer: C. contend that racism serves the economic interests of the capitalist class

  • A. have found that American race and ethnic relations have little connection to global issues
  • B. argue that prejudice discrimination and racism operate outside of social structures
  • C. contend that racism serves the economic interests of the capitalist class
  • D. conclude that racist notions serve the economic interests of people of color world-wide

Explanation

Marxist-oriented theorists connect racism with class structure and argue that it can serve the economic interests of the capitalist ruling class. This contrasts with the claim that racism operates outside social structures.

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