Questions Refer to the Image Below

question 59

Multiple Choice

Questions refer to the image below. Engraving by Italian explorer Savorgnan de Brazza shows women of the West African
Bateke tribe working in corn plantations.
-Based on your knowledge of world history and the image above, the Columbian Exchange precipitated which of the following environmental trends?

• A) Traditional peasant agriculture persisted.
• B) Silver became the driving force in transoceanic trade.
• C) Diseases from Europe nearly annihilated people in Africa.
• D) Tropical forests were destroyed to produce cash crops.

Gain insights into the implications and perceptions of affirmative action programs.

Recognize the legal and ethical framework surrounding employment discrimination, including against minorities, women, and military veterans.

Comprehend the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities regarding employment.

Understand the impact of diversity management on organizational culture.

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