A classic argument in sociology is as follows: "If men define situations as real, they are real in their consequences." The text author uses this to demonstrate that ______.
A) majority groups cannot think of themselves as minority groups
B) minority groups often suffer from stereotype threats
C) even though majority and minority statuses are socially constructed, they are treated as "objective"
D) people rarely change their attitudes about race

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The statement illustrates the concept that social constructs, like majority and minority statuses, are perceived as real and thus have real consequences, despite being socially constructed.

A Classic Argument in Sociology Is as Follows: "If Men