Sociologists have identified a number of factors that determine racial and ethnic inequality. Some of these factors have been shown to be more important than others. Which of the following lists correctly orders the factors in order of importance from least important to most important?
A)1. history and tradition; 2. culture; 3. biology
B)1. social structure; 2. biology; 3. educational shortcomings
C)1. economics; 2. social structure; 3. history and tradition
D) l. biology; 2. culture; 3. social structure

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Sociological research and consensus generally prioritize social structures and cultural factors over biological explanations when analyzing racial and ethnic inequality. Biology is considered the least significant factor, as the concept of race is socially constructed rather than based on significant biological differences.

Sociologists Have Identified a Number of Factors That Determine Racial