Having Prejudicial Attitudes Toward a Particular Group, in Many Instances

question 16

Multiple Choice

Having prejudicial attitudes toward a particular group, in many instances, can lead to discriminatory actions. Which of the following represents a discriminatory action based on prejudice?

• A) denying a rental application based upon an applicant's religion
• B) denying an employment application based upon a felony conviction
• C) cutting off a driver in rush hour traffic
• D) ignoring a door-to-door salesman

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Definitions:

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