A set of popular ideas about race that allows the discriminatory behaviors of individuals and institutions to seem reasonable, rational, and normal is referred to as:

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The set of popular ideas described in the question is known as racial ideology. This ideology shapes perceptions and attitudes towards different racial groups, and can create the basis for discriminatory behavior. Racialization (option D) is related, but specifically refers to the process of categorizing people into racial groups based on physical characteristics. Colonialism (option A), fascism (option B), and nativism (option C) are all related to broader political ideologies and systems, but are not specifically tied to the concept of racial ideology.

A Set of Popular Ideas About Race That Allows the Discriminatory