There are efforts to increase the participation of Black and Latinx students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Saying that Black and Latino families do not value education as much as Asian and White families is an example of:
A) Cultural racism.
B) Biological racism.
C) Naturalization.
D) Minimization of racism.

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This statement perpetuates the stereotype that Black and Latino families do not value education, leading to the idea that it is a cultural issue, rather than a systemic issue. This mindset is an example of cultural racism. Option B is incorrect, as biological racism assigns certain innate characteristics to races. Option C is incorrect, as naturalization is the idea that inequities are just a natural part of society. Option D is incorrect, as minimization of racism involves reducing the significance of racist acts or statements.

There Are Efforts to Increase the Participation of Black and Latinx