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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