In a Case of Workplace Discrimination, Which Government Institution Would

question 8

Multiple Choice

In a case of workplace discrimination, which government institution would most likely handle the complaint?

• A) the Supreme Court
• B) Congress
• C) the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
• D) the Department of Commerce
• E) the Executive Office of the President

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Definitions:

Negligence Per Se

An act that is considered negligent because it violates a statute or regulation.

Statute

A statute is a formal written enactment of a legislative body, serving as a law or regulation.

Negligence Per Se

A legal doctrine that deems an act to be negligent because it violates a statute or regulation.

Violation of a Statute

An act or omission that breaches the terms of a law formulated by a governmental body, thus subjecting the violator to legal penalties.