As a result of the many gains that blacks have made over the last 40 years, most black scholars would argue that:
A) Affirmative action policies for blacks are no longer necessary
B) Race, today, is largely symbolic, and not consequential for blacks' occupational and economic advancement
C) The legacy of slavery is irrelevant to the present-day culture and economic status of blacks
D) None of the above

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Most black scholars recognize that while there have been significant gains over the last 40 years, issues such as systemic racism, the legacy of slavery, and the need for affirmative action policies remain relevant and impactful on the occupational and economic advancement of blacks. Therefore, they would not agree with statements A, B, or C, which dismiss these ongoing challenges.

As a Result of the Many Gains That Blacks Have