Regarding the similarities and differences of the ethnic communities presented in the textbook, which of the following conclusions is FALSE?
a. African-American, Hispanic, Asian-American, and Arab-American families are all concerned with family pride and loyalty.
b. Hard work and educational achievement are particularly important to Asian-American and Arab-American families.
c. Child discipline tends to be strict among African-American, Hispanic, and Arab-American families.
d. Hispanic families and Asian-American families tend to stress individual effort and independence over interdependence and cooperation.
ANSWER: d
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