In Studies That Have Presented Gender Information Concerning Prospective Applicants

question 2

Multiple Choice

In studies that have presented gender information concerning prospective applicants and have asked about hiring decisions,

• A) the gender information tends not to make a difference, and qualifications are the most important criterion for hiring.
• B) the gender information tends to be used in making stereotypical decisions concerning the suitability of the applicants.
• C) inexperience is the most important criterion for a hiring decision, with a bias against the inexperienced applicant.
• D) applicants with feminine characteristics, regardless of gender, receive more favorable ratings.

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Definitions:

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