Which Statement Best Describes the Current State of Affirmative Action

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the current state of affirmative action law, in the aftermath of the Bollinger cases of 2003 and the Fisher cases of 2013?

• A) Race can be used as a factor, but it cannot be the only factor used in hiring and admission.
• B) In many circumstances, race can be used as the only factor in admission or hiring.
• C) Special quotas for different races are allowed.
• D) The U.S. Congress has authority over what types of affirmative action are legal, and what are not.
• E) Race cannot be used as a factor in hiring and admissions.

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