Beth Participates in an Investigation into Possible Violations of Title

question 24

Multiple Choice

Beth participates in an investigation into possible violations of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act at ChemCo Inc., where she is an employee. As a result, the employer demotes her. Beth can file

• A)none of the choices.
• B)a retaliation claim.
• C)a constructive discharge claim.
• D)a disparate-impact discrimination claim.

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Definitions:

Interests

Concerns, benefits, or advantages of a person or group.

Utilitarian Theory

A normative ethical theory suggesting that the best action is the one that maximizes utility, typically defined as that which produces the greatest well-being of the greatest number of people.

Moral Feelings

Emotions that guide or influence ethical judgments and decisions, such as guilt, shame, or empathy.

Ethical Dilemma

A challenging situation where a person is confronted with several right values or moral duties but can only choose one, leading to ethical conflict.