Assimilation occurs when
A)stereotypes are exposed.
B)a minority group is forced to learn the ways of the majority group.
C)differences among cultural groups are celebrated.
D)diversity is truly valued.
E)prejudice is eradicated.

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Assimilation refers to the process of a minority group adopting the cultural and social norms of the dominant or majority group. This can happen voluntarily or through coercion, as in the case of forced assimilation. Therefore, choice B is the best answer as it describes the process of the minority group being forced to learn and adopt the ways of the majority group. The other choices do not accurately describe assimilation.

Assimilation Occurs When