Refusing to Promote a Highly Qualified White Male into Senior

question 59

Multiple Choice

Refusing to promote a highly qualified white male into senior management because his wife has just been diagnosed with a chronic illness that might interfere with his willingness to work long hours is an example of

• A)differential treatment.
• B)discrimination on the basis of association.
• C)discrimination on the basis of disability.
• D)systemic discrimination.
• E)reverse discrimination.

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Definitions:

Elevated Risk

A condition or situation where the potential for harm or negative outcomes is higher than normal.

Physical Exercise

Engaging in bodily activities to strengthen muscles and improve overall health.

Arthritis

A collection of conditions that are both painful and degenerative, characterized by joint inflammation that leads to stiffness and discomfort.

Persistent Inflammation

Long-term inflammation in the body that can contribute to the development of several diseases, including some cancers and rheumatoid arthritis.