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QuizMultiple Choice

Circumstances and Choices

Question 5 • CA-Ethnic Studies

What is systemic bias?

Answer
A
the prejudices rooted in systems, laws, or policies
B
the attitudes people have toward other cultures
C
the advantages certain people have over others
D
the abilities certain people have to succeed

Explanation

Systemic bias is prejudice built into the way institutions and systems operate, including their laws, policies, or practices. Therefore, choice A, “the prejudices rooted in systems, laws, or policies,” is correct. Attitudes held by individuals toward other cultures are not necessarily systemic bias.

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