Reverse Discrimination Can Occur When an Affirmative Action Plan

question 8

Multiple Choice

Reverse discrimination can occur when an affirmative action plan:

• A) "unnecessarily trammels" the interests of nonminority employees.
• B) prefers women over men.
• C) aids in the hiring of blacks and Native Americans.
• D) is unlawful unless the favored group has been severely disadvantaged.

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Definitions:

Formal Complaint

A documented grievance or allegation of wrongdoing lodged with an authority for investigation or action.

Reprisal

An act of retaliation or revenge, often taken in response to perceived wrongdoing.

Retaliation

The act of returning an attack or harm to someone in response to a perceived wrong.

Sexual Assault Survivors

Individuals who have experienced unwanted sexual contact or coercion, working toward healing and recovery.