Segregation refers to the act of
A. combining a majority and a minority group through intermarriage.
B. physically separating two groups, an action often imposed on a minority group by a dominant group.
C. deliberately and systematically killing the members of an ethnic, racial, or nationality group.
D. denying opportunities and equal rights to individuals and groups because of prejudice or for other arbitrary reasons.
Answer: B
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A) 80% B) 20% C) 50% D) 74%
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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