According to Peggy McIntosh (1988),which of the following statements about "being white" is most accurate?
A) If you are white, it is difficult to find cosmetics that suit your ethnicity at local drugstores.
B) If you are white, it's almost guaranteed that you will teach your children about systematic racism for their own protection.
C) If you are white, you don't have to think much about your racial identity.
D) If you are white, you are often pointed to as an example of what "most white people" do.

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McIntosh argues that being white comes with many privileges, including the privilege of not having to think about one's racial identity on a daily basis. While some white individuals may choose to engage in racial identity exploration or education, it is not a necessity for their daily lives. Therefore, option C is the most accurate statement according to McIntosh's perspective.

According to Peggy McIntosh (1988),which of the Following Statements About