Which of the following statements best illustrates the consequences of urban renewal policies initiated in American cities after World War II?
A)African American communities became more isolated from white sections of town,racial segregation was reinforced,and developers benefited more from the policies than the residents of poor urban neighborhoods.
B)African American communities improved,which led to better integration and communication with white sections of cities.
C)African Americans took much more pride in their renewed neighborhoods,which improved local schools and businesses.
D)Urban renewal projects did very little to alleviate the housing shortage for African Americans.

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Urban renewal policies resulted in the displacement of many African American communities, only reinforcing racial segregation. Developers often benefited more than the residents of poor urban neighborhoods who lost their homes and businesses. These policies did not effectively address the housing shortage for African Americans.

Which of the Following Statements Best Illustrates the Consequences of Urban