In Order to Increase Their Chances of Getting a Job

question 85

Multiple Choice

In order to increase their chances of getting a job interview, minority group appli- cants may "whiten" their résumés by

• A) changing their first name to one that sounds more White.
• B) omitting membership in ethnic group-related organizations.
• C) including membership in organizations associated with White people.
• D) doing any of the above.

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Definitions:

Identifies the Person

pertains to any method or criteria used to recognize or confirm the identity of an individual, such as through documents, biometrics, or personal information.

Federal Reserve Board

This is the governing body of the Federal Reserve System, the central banking system of the United States, responsible for overseeing monetary policy.

Indorsements

An act of signing a document, typically on its back, to transfer its ownership or to approve its contents formally.

Banking System

A network of financial institutions, regulations, and markets that collectively provide banking services to individuals and businesses.