In the First 25 Years After the Government's Affirmative Action

question 68

Multiple Choice

In the first 25 years after the government's affirmative action efforts,the participation by blacks in the workforce increased __________ percent,and there was a __________ percent increase in the number of blacks holding managerial positions.

• A) 50; 500
• B) 25; 250
• C) 30; 300
• D) 45; 450

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Definitions:

Income Level

A measurement of the amount of money received on a regular basis, typically used for assessing socioeconomic status.

Negative Correlation

A relationship between two variables in which one variable increases as the other decreases, and vice versa.

Inverse Relationship

A relationship between two variables wherein one variable increases as the other decreases, and vice versa.

Economic Status

The social standing or class of an individual or group often measured by income, wealth, education, and occupation.