Which of the following statements concerning minority groups is true?

a. Any group that is less than 50 percent of the population is considered a minority group.
b. All members of the group share the same physical features.
c. The term refers to political power and is not simply a numerical distinction.
d. The idea of a minority group was more confusing in the past than today.


Ans: c. The term refers to political power and is not simply a numerical distinction.

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