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The difference between racial minorities and ethnic minorities is_______________?

Correct answer: C. racial minorities differ biologically ethnic minorities differ culturally from the dominant group

  • A. in the size of each group
  • B. ethnic minorities do not suffer from discrimination but only from prejudice
  • C. racial minorities differ biologically ethnic minorities differ culturally from the dominant group
  • D. racial minorities have been here longer than ethnic minorities

Explanation

In the conventional textbook distinction, racial minorities are identified through perceived biological or physical differences, whereas ethnic minorities are distinguished mainly by culture, language, history, or traditions. Both groups may face prejudice and discrimination, so option b is false.

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