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An Assumption an Economist Might Make While Studying International Trade

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An assumption an economist might make while studying international trade is

Comprehend how self-fulfilling prophecies operate within educational and social contexts.
Understand the effects of prejudices and stereotypes on their targets.
Recognize methods and techniques effective in prejudice reduction.
Grasp the concept of stereotype threat and its implications on performance.

Definitions:

Disparate-Treatment Discrimination

A form of discrimination where individuals are treated differently based on prohibited factors such as race, gender, age, or religion, in a way that is not justified by legitimate business needs.

Ethnicity

A category of identity based on common language, culture, ancestry, or social practices.

National Origin

Refers to the country where a person was born, or where their ancestors came from.

Business Necessity

A defense to an allegation of employment discrimination in which the employer demonstrates that an employment practice that discriminates against members of a protected class is related to job performance.

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