The Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ)defense

question 9

Multiple Choice

The bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) defense:

• A)applies to intentionally discriminatory policies but not to neutral policies that result in discrimination
• B)permits race or color to be used as selection criteria, but only under circumstances where employers can make a very strong case for why that is necessary
• C)is the only means by which employers can avoid liability for facially discriminatory policies or practices
• D)is never effective against a claim of racial discrimination

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Definitions:

Immune Systems

The body's defense system comprising organs, tissues, cells, and proteins that work together to protect the body against diseases and infections.

Role Conflict

Having to choose between two competing demands or expectations.

Role Ambiguity

Condition in which the job holder receives confusing or poorly defined expectations.

Role Underload

Disruptive amount of stress that can occur when people experience too little to do.