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Why do high dropout rates often occur among young black males?
Why do high dropout rates often occur among young black males?
- Desire to pursue higher education
- Lack of interest in education
- Pressure to be involved in illicit activities to escape poverty (correct)
- Limited access to educational resources
What are some of the factors contributing to the disparities faced by African Americans in the United States?
What are some of the factors contributing to the disparities faced by African Americans in the United States?
- Homogeneous economic conditions for all races
- Lack of diversity in educational institutions
- Racial bias in the criminal justice system (correct)
- Equal opportunities in healthcare and education
Which group consistently faces higher dropout rates compared to white students?
Which group consistently faces higher dropout rates compared to white students?
- Hispanic students
- African American students (correct)
- Asian students
- White students
What cycle can high dropout rates among young black males often lead to?
What cycle can high dropout rates among young black males often lead to?
How do disparities in healthcare access impact African Americans?
How do disparities in healthcare access impact African Americans?
What is the difference in life expectancy between African Americans and white Americans based on the text?
What is the difference in life expectancy between African Americans and white Americans based on the text?
Which group has a higher death rate from various health conditions according to the text?
Which group has a higher death rate from various health conditions according to the text?
What was the percentage of Black inmates decrease from 2007-2017?
What was the percentage of Black inmates decrease from 2007-2017?
How much higher is the infant mortality rate for black infants compared to white infants?
How much higher is the infant mortality rate for black infants compared to white infants?
What contributes to higher crime rates in inner-city, economically disadvantaged areas according to the text?
What contributes to higher crime rates in inner-city, economically disadvantaged areas according to the text?
Why might it be challenging for African Americans to afford higher education according to the text?
Why might it be challenging for African Americans to afford higher education according to the text?
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