Question

Which of the following statements about race is false?
A.
Race is based on physical characteristics.
B.
Race is socially constructed.
C.
Race has a biological basis.
D.
Race is often used to compare people.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

C

Race is a social construct, not a biologically distinct category—genetic variation is greater within so‑called races than between them.