When the Selection Rate for a Protected Group Is Lower

question 21

Multiple Choice

When the selection rate for a protected group is lower than that for the relevant comparison group, what might potentially occur?

• A) discrimination
• B) adverse impact
• C) adverse effect discrimination
• D) direct discrimination

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