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What does the term "American Indian" refer to in the census?

People with origins in original peoples of the Americas.

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  1. People with origins in original peoples of the Americas ✔
  2. Only people in Alaska
  3. Only people from India

Why: The census defines American Indian or Alaska Native as having origins in original peoples of North and South America with tribal affiliation.

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Answer: People with origins in original peoples of the Americas. The census defines American Indian or Alaska Native as having origins in original peoples of North and South America with tribal affiliation.

  1. Native Americans in the United States en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Native_Americans_in_the_United_States
    having origins in any of the original peoples of North and South America
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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