Disparate Impact

question 10

Multiple Choice

Disparate impact

• A) is always illegal.
• B) when proven, results in employers having to pay punitive damages.
• C) occurs when an apparently neutral policy, such as height and weight requirements, has the effect of discrimination against certain groups.
• D) occurs when there is intentional discrimination, for example if an employer refuses to hire men as childcare workers.

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Definitions:

Western Cultures

Societies that are often characterized by individualism, a strong emphasis on personal freedom, and democratic values.

East Asian

Referring to the geographical region or people from countries in the eastern part of Asia, such as China, Japan, and Korea.

Socially Loaf

A psychological phenomenon where individuals exert less effort to achieve a goal when they work in a group than when they work alone.

Group Task Impact

Refers to the influence that working in a group can have on the performance and outcome of a task.