Which of the following is an example of social Darwinism?
A) judging people's physical abilities based on their skin colour
B) determining which society is the fittest and most superior and therefore most likely to flourish
C) measuring the skulls of primates to determine which evolved into humans
D) the idea that all humans vary physically but are ultimately equal

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Social Darwinism is the belief that certain societies or races are superior to others and more fit to survive and flourish. Option B reflects this belief.

Option A is an example of racism, not necessarily social Darwinism.

Option C is an example of early attempts to study human evolution but is not necessarily related to social Darwinism.

Option D is a statement of equality, which is the opposite of social Darwinism.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Social Darwinism