The argument for the genetic basis of black athletic superiority begins to falter once we consider:

A) the gene related to the work ethic
B) athletes of African descent perform unusually well in all sports,particularly swimming,hockey,cycling,tennis,gymnastics,and soccer
C) no gene linked to general athletic superiority has yet been identified
D) none of these choices
E) all of these choices

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Reese Royster · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  The argument for the genetic basis of black athletic superiority relies on the existence of a gene for athletic ability which has not yet been identified. Therefore, option C weakens this argument as it points out that there is no scientific evidence to support this claim. Option A is incorrect because work ethic is not necessarily genetic. Option B is incorrect because it presents evidence of success in sports that are not typically associated with black athletes, which actually strengthens the argument for genetic diversity playing a role in athletic performance. Option D is incorrect because one of the choices is the correct answer.

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