Why is it thought that for African American gay men, as education increases, the likelihood of being "out" decreases?

a. African American gay men are more likely to want to keep their options open for dating both women and men.
b. The less educated a gay man is, the less is he is able to understand the consequences of coming "out."
c. African American gay men with higher education are likely to have increased fear of discrimination, due to both race and sexual orientation.
d. African American gay men, most likely have closer relationships with their families, and thus are more likely to keep their sexual orientation private out of fear of disapproval.


ANS: C

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