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:

Negotiation Performance

The effectiveness and outcome level achieved during negotiations, based on predefined objectives or standards.

Gender Differences

Variations in characteristics, behaviors, and roles traditionally associated with men and women, influenced by social, cultural, and biological factors.

Individual Difference

variations among people in their qualities, abilities, or characteristics.

Large Divisions

Significant differences or disagreements among groups or individuals.