Andrew is a White male with a low education level. Andrew is suffering from obesity, and despite his doctor's entreaties, he has not improved his diet or undertaken an exercise plan. He has noticed that there are many free programs for women and minorities in his community, but none for him, and this has left him feeling discouraged, because he's having trouble getting started and covering the costs. What theory would explain would explain how Andrew is feeling?
A. reference group
B. social class reproduction
C. life expectancy
D. homogamy
Answer: A
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