A Number of Colleges, Universities, and Corporations Are Encouraged to Hire

question 149

Multiple Choice

A number of colleges, universities, and corporations are encouraged to hire equally qualified women and minorities for high status positions. In support of this practice, some argue that the paucity of women and minorities inadvertently communicates to students and workers that members of these groups are not as competent or worthy of consideration. In essence, those who support the diversification of the workforce point to __________ as a source of negative stereotypes and prejudice.

• A) realistic conflict
• B) scapegoating
• C) affirmative action
• D) institutional discrimination

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Definitions:

Corporate Profits

The surplus income of a company after all expenses have been deducted from revenues, indicating the financial health and earning power of the business.

Social Performance

An organization’s effectiveness in achieving social objectives and creating positive impact on society, often considered alongside financial performance.

Integrity

Loyalty to rational principles, thereby practicing what one preaches, regardless of emotional or social pressure.

High Morals

The state of having strong ethical principles and adherence to good moral conduct.