Some studies reported in the text have found that minority members score lower on identity than whites, a finding which is interpreted as a consequence of
A) cultural factors.
B) genetic differences.
C) intellectual differences.
D) research bias.

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Cultural factors, such as discrimination and marginalization, can impact the development of identity in minority members and contribute to lower scores. Genetic differences and intellectual differences have not been found to be significant factors in this finding. Research bias is always a possibility, but this is not the most likely explanation given the consistency of the finding across studies.

Some Studies Reported in the Text Have Found That Minority