Wilson argues that race is decreasing in importance as a determinant of economic well-being for the urban underclass. What is his reason for saying this?

a. There is little evidence of racial discrimination today.
b. Cities lack jobs with a livable wage due to de-industrialization.
c. Business and industry moving into cities offer jobs, but the underclass will not accept them.
d. The urban poor does not value success and hard work.
e. Middle and upper class blacks have no difficulty finding high paying jobs within the city.


B

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