Which of the Following Is Not a Category Protected Under

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a category protected under hate crimes laws?

• A) race
• B) ethnicity
• C) gender
• D) socioeconomic status

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Definitions:

Meritocratic Sorting

Meritocratic sorting is the process of organizing individuals or entities based on merit or achievements, often in educational or occupational contexts.

Credential Inflation

Credential Inflation is the increasing demand for higher educational qualifications for jobs that previously required less education, devaluing the worth of basic credentials.

Stratification System

Refers to the structured ranking of individuals and groups in any society based on wealth, power, race, education, etc., leading to social inequality.

Public Funding

Financial support that comes from the government, allocated towards public projects, services, or initiatives, often through taxation.