Supporters of affirmative action argued that the programs
A) addressed discrimination that had occurred in the past.
B) helped provide equal opportunities for minority students.
C) were a form of “reverse discrimination” but were still acceptable.
D) were intended as a privilege for minority students.

The only correct answer to complete this statement is "helped provide equal opportunities for minority students."

Explanation:

In The Supreme Court and the Schools, the supporters of affirmative actions argued that the problems assisted with equal opportunities for minority students. It is the best statement that fits in the sentence.

in 1897, pershing became a tactical officer at west point, and that's where he was given the nickname "black jack." pershing's first name is "john," for which "jack" is a nickname, and he was a white man who commanded black troops. hence "black jack".

a direct vote in which an entire electorate is invited to vote on a particular proposal. this may result in the adoption of a new law.