Gary Becker's Views Regarding Economic Discrimination Include All of These

question 25

Multiple Choice

Gary Becker's views regarding economic discrimination include all of these ideas EXCEPT

• A) discrimination by an employer hurts the employer.
• B) the most competitive firms will avoid discrimination to get the best workers.
• C) discrimination adds to the overall costs of labor for a firm that discriminates.
• D) there are some cases when discrimination by an employer increases the employer's profits.

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Definitions:

Title VII

Part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, this title prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in the United States.

Prevailing Party

The party that wins a lawsuit or legal proceeding, either through judgement or settlement.

Punitive Damages

Financial compensation awarded in a lawsuit, exceeding simple compensation, intended to punish the defendant for egregious behavior.

Title VII

Part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in the United States, prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.