A Female Applicant Is Not Considered for a Work Position

question 12

Multiple Choice

A female applicant is not considered for a work position that she is qualified for. This is an example of:

• A) institutional power
• B) discrimination
• C) prejudice
• D) systemic inequality

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Definitions:

Bystander Effect

A social psychological phenomenon in which individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present.

Increased Significantly

A term used to describe a situation where a change or difference is both statistical and meaningful in magnitude, indicating a departure from chance.

Significantly Reduced

A phrase typically used in research to indicate a notable decrease in the magnitude or quantity of a measured variable.

Not Affected

Remaining unchanged or undisturbed by external influences or events.