In Guyana, in South America, there are primarily two ethnic groups and a few smaller groups. For most of the people who live there, their ancestors came from either India or Africa. Those whose ancestors come from India make up a larger share of the population than any other racial or ethnic group. The people who are of East Indian descent are often the farmers, small business owners, and teachers. The people of African descent are more likely to control the police force and hold the political and governmental positions of power and privilege. Guyana has a history of problems with race relations between the Africans and East Indians. How were the people of East Indian descent likely to be classified?
A. as a minority group
B. as a dominant group
C. as a pluralist group
D. as a majority group
Answer: A
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