Unusual names can be a symbol of solidarity with the African American community, whereas less distinctive names can be a form of __________ with the majority culture.
A) assimilation
B) power distance
C) divergence
D) code-switching

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Assimilation refers to the process of adopting the cultural norms of a dominant or majority group, which in this context means choosing less distinctive names to blend in with the majority culture.

Unusual Names Can Be a Symbol of Solidarity with the African