An action or behavior that results in the unequal treatment of an individual because of his or her membership in a racial or ethnic group is called
A) prejudice.
B) discrimination.
C) pluralism.
D) passing.

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Discrimination is the action or behavior that results in the unequal treatment of an individual or group because of their membership in a certain racial or ethnic group. Prejudice refers to a negative attitude or feeling towards a certain group, but may not necessarily result in discriminatory behavior. Pluralism refers to the coexistence of different ethnic or racial groups in a society. Passing refers to an individual from one racial or ethnic group presenting themselves as belonging to another group.

An Action or Behavior That Results in the Unequal Treatment