Racial Inequality and Its Impacts

What is the primary way racial inequality is perpetuated in the U.S., according to Eitzen?

• Personal prejudice alone

• Structural barriers in institutions

• Lack of effort from minority groups

• Equal opportunities hindered by personal choices

• Eitzen et al. (202) or Eitzen and team

Which of the following best describes racial stratification?

• The unequal distribution of wealth, power, and opportunities based on race

• The natural cultural differences between racial groups

• The belief that racism no longer exists in society

• The preference of individuals to live in racially homogenous communities

What is one major consequence of redlining in U.S. history?

• Increased homeownership among racial minorities

• Greater financial equality among racial groups

• Economic disenfranchisement of minority communities

• More racial integration in suburban neighborhoods

How do employment disparities contribute to racial inequality?

• Minority workers are given equal opportunities but lack motivation

• Discriminatory hiring practices limit access to high-paying jobs

• All racial groups have similar rates of employment and wages

• There is no evidence of racial disparity in the labor market

Why are minority communities more likely to experience poverty?

• They have lower levels of work ethic

• They are systematically denied wealth-building opportunities

• They choose lower-paying careers

• They reject government assistance programs

How does racial profiling affect communities of color?

• It leads to increased trust in law enforcement

• It results in disproportionate arrests and policing in minority neighborhoods

• It ensures crime is equally addressed in all racial communities

• It has no impact on racial disparities in incarceration rates

What impact does housing segregation have on racial inequality?

• It provides equal housing opportunities for all racial groups

• It leads to unequal access to quality schools, jobs, and public services

• It strengthens economic stability in minority communities

• It eliminates racial disparities in homeownership

How do disparities in the education system reinforce racial inequality?

• Schools in minority communities often receive less funding and fewer resources

• All schools provide equal opportunities for students regardless of race

• Minority students face no additional challenges compared to white students

• Standardized testing eliminates disparities in education

Why is the concept of “colorblindness” problematic in addressing racial disparities?

• It allows society to ignore the existence of racism

• It helps eliminate racial inequality

• It acknowledges structural discrimination

• It focuses on race-based solutions

What is one way to address racial disparity in wealth and income?

• Ignoring racial issues in economic policies

• Increasing government investment in minority communities

• Reducing minimum wage to encourage employment

• Promoting colorblind hiring practices