A minority as used in the chapter refers to a socially identified population that

• A. suffers disadvantages due to discrimination
• B. dominates political and economic power
• C. faces no barriers to social participation
• D. is culturally similar to the majority

Answer: (A)

Minoritized groups are defined by their social position, not by how many people are in the group. They experience systematic disadvantages because of discrimination and unequal power in society, which limits access to opportunities, resources, and participation in various areas, including sports. That’s why the statement about suffering disadvantages due to discrimination is the best fit—it captures the defining feature of minority status: unequal treatment rooted in social power dynamics. The other ideas describe groups with no barriers, or groups that hold political or cultural dominance, or groups that are culturally similar to the majority—none of which align with how a minority is defined in this context.