What explains why most black Americans consistently categorized themselves as "black," even though the Census Bureau estimates that approximately 75 percent of blacks have a multiracial ancestry?

A. racial solidarity
B. cultural norms
C. religious affiliations
D. peer pressure


Answer: B

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