Assimilation occurs when:
a. a group surrenders its cultural identity and is absorbed into the larger society
b. two groups come into continuous firsthand contact with subsequent changes in the original culture pattern of either or both groups
c. a group maintains its culture but also interacts with other groups
d. the traditional culture is lost and there is little contact with the larger society
e. intergroup contact is unwelcome and cultural integrity is maintained
Ans: a
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