In Order to Prevent Discrimination Against Applicants of Protected Classes

question 9

Multiple Choice

In order to prevent discrimination against applicants of protected classes, your colleague decides to note the protected class characteristic of the applicants on their applications. What would be your advice to her?

• A)It's a good idea. Noting the protected class characteristic of the applicant on the application which make sure that the firm takes extra care not to discriminate against these applicants.
• B)It's NOT a good idea. Noting the protected class characteristic of the applicant on the application could be construed as discriminatory.
• C)As long as you do it in pencil, then erase it after you've made your hiring decision, you'll be okay.

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