When a minority group accepts the culture of the dominant group, it is called:
A) accommodation
B) acculturation
C) amalgamation
D) assimilation

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Assimilation refers to the process by which a minority group adopts the culture of the dominant group, often resulting in the loss of the minority group's distinct cultural identity. Accommodation refers to the process of the dominant group making some concessions or adjustments to accommodate the needs of the minority group. Acculturation refers to the exchange of cultural features between different groups, whereas amalgamation refers to the blending of two or more cultures into a new cultural entity.

When a Minority Group Accepts the Culture of the Dominant