A belief that the wealthiest and most powerful groups are biologically the "most fit" is called:
A) Individual discrimination
B) Social Darwinism
C) The "one drop" rule
D) Institutional racism

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Social Darwinism is the belief that the most powerful and wealthy groups in society are biologically superior and "naturally" fit to dominate and succeed. This idea was based on Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection, but applied to human society and used to justify inequality and discrimination.

A Belief That the Wealthiest and Most Powerful Groups Are