Groups once socially defined as races may be later redefined as ____ even though they don't change biologically.

A) minority groups
B) ethnic groups
C) elites
D) ethnic enclaves
E) none of these choices

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Groups once socially defined as races may be later redefined as ____ even though they don't change biologically.A) minority groupsB) ethnic groupsC) elitesD) ethnic enclavesE) none of these choices

Ramya Rajagopal · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Socially defined races may be later redefined as ethnic groups, as ethnicity refers to a shared cultural heritage rather than biological characteristics. This has been seen in the reclassification of groups such as Irish and Italian Americans, who were once considered distinct races but are now considered ethnic groups.

Groups once socially defined as races may be later redefined as ____ even though they don't change biologically.

A) minority groups
B) ethnic groups
C) elites
D) ethnic enclaves
E) none of these choices

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