Social Darwinism and the laws noted in this module reflect what trend among European and American whites?
a) the embrace of detailed racial ideas justified through modern scientific theories
b) a gradual move towards universal civil rights
c) an attempt to reimpose slavery
d) an acceptance that biology and race are not actually related
Answer: a
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