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Which of these statements regarding the racial system in Brazil is false?
A) In Brazil, a person is typically considered Black only if they have no discernible White ancestry.
B) A person who might be considered Black in the United States might be considered White in Brazil if they had high socioeconomic status.
C) Brazil has successfully created a nation in which there is no social inequality based on race.
D) The racial system in Brazil is different from that of the United States.
Racial System
A societal classification scheme based on perceived physical or genetic differences of human populations, often leading to unequal treatment and opportunities.
Brazil
A South American country known for its large territory, cultural diversity, and significant contributions to music, sport, and environmental diversity.
Socioeconomic Status
An individual's or group's economic and social position in relation to others, based on income, education, and occupation.
- Distinguish the variations in racial categorizations and their consequences in various international settings.
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Learning Objectives
- Distinguish the variations in racial categorizations and their consequences in various international settings.
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