Which of the Following Is True About Affirmative Action Programs

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about affirmative action programs today

• A) They are, on face, considered to be constitutional.
• B) The goal of diversity in education is a compelling reason to have affirmative action.
• C) The goal of remedying past discrimination in employment is a compelling reason to have affirmative action.
• D) Considering race in education or employment is unconstitutional.
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Long Run

In economics, the time period in which all factors of production and costs can be fully adjusted, contrasting with the short run where some costs are fixed.

Marginal Revenue

The additional income received from selling one more unit of a good or service.

Marginal Cost

The elevation in aggregate cost associated with creating an extra unit of a good or service.

Monopolistically Competitive Market

A market structure in which many companies sell products that are similar but not identical, allowing for slight product differentiation and some price control.