Asked by Youmna Mohamed on Jun 02, 2024

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High degrees of racial segregation by neighborhoods_____.

A) have disappeared since the Civil Rights era as a result of the Fair Housing Act
B) remain the norm in northeastern cities like New York and Philadelphia
C) are rapidly declining as a result of racial intermarriage
D) don't matter as long as people feel comfortable where they live

Racial Segregation

The enforced separation of different racial groups in a country, community, or establishment, often resulting in discrimination and inequality.

Fair Housing Act

A United States federal law passed in 1968 aimed at eliminating discrimination in the rental, sale, and financing of housing based on race, religion, national origin, or sex.

  • Understand public attitudes toward racial segregation, interracial marriage, and the impact of these attitudes on societal cohesion.
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Breanna MeinhardJun 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
High degrees of racial segregation by neighborhoods remain prevalent in many U.S. cities, including those in the Northeast like New York and Philadelphia. Despite legislative efforts and social progress, segregation patterns persist due to a variety of factors including economic disparities, historical housing policies, and ongoing discrimination.