Asked by Robin Sutphen on May 31, 2024
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According to the textbook,which of the following best defines "racial domination"?
A) Racial domination is characterized by overt coercion and violence.
B) Racial domination is an organizing force in society that disproportionately offers benefits to some groups and not others.
C) Racial domination is often necessarily the conscious intention of those who benefit from it.
D) none of these
Racial Domination
The systemic imposition of racial hierarchies, privileging certain racial groups over others, often enforced through social, economic, and political means.
Organizing Force
A catalyst or influence that mobilizes people or resources towards a common goal or shared purpose.
Overt Coercion
The clear and open use of force or intimidation to compel someone to act or think in a certain way.
- Become familiar with the multifaceted nature of racial control and its potential expressions.
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Logan MostashiryJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The textbook defines racial domination as "an organizing force in society that operates through laws, social policies, cultural norms, and individual practices, and it disproportionately benefits some racial/ethnic groups while subordinating others." It does not necessarily involve overt coercion or violence, and it may not be the conscious intention of those who benefit from it.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the multifaceted nature of racial control and its potential expressions.