In South Africa under the system of apartheid, whites were the numeric minority but had the greatest level of power. As such, whites were the:

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The dominant group in South Africa under apartheid was the group that had the greatest level of power, which was the white minority. While they were not the numerical majority, they held the majority of political, economic, and social power. Therefore, choice B, dominant group, is the best answer. Choices A and C are incorrect because they refer solely to numerical majority or minority, whereas power dynamics are also important in defining those terms. Choice D is incorrect because it refers to a group that promotes hate or discrimination, which is not a relevant aspect of the question.

In South Africa Under the System of Apartheid, Whites Were