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1. ______ refused to stand for the star - spangled banner in an effort to bring attention to social and racial justice.

a. professional athletes
b. prison inmates
c. police academy cadets
d. school students
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Explanation:

The act of refusing to stand for the national anthem to highlight social and racial justice issues was prominently done by professional athletes (e.g., Colin Kaepernick). Prison inmates, police academy cadets, and school students are not the primary group associated with this specific protest action.

Answer:

A. Professional athletes