Disparate-Impact Discrimination Occurs When a Protected Class Is Adversely Affected

question 74

True/False

Disparate-impact discrimination occurs when a protected class is adversely affected by the practice or procedure of an employer who intended that result.

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Definitions:

Horizontal Brand Extension

A strategy where a brand introduces new products in the same product category.

Particle Board

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Diversification Strategy

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Brand Recognition

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