The Term "Under Color of State Law" Refers To

question 41

Multiple Choice

The term "under color of state law" refers to:

• A) the act of religious institutions and associations discriminating against individuals when performing their activities.
• B) the revisions made by states to their pre-Civil War "Slave Codes."
• C) a private employer discriminating employees based on their national origin or color.
• D) a government employee illegally discriminating against another during performance of his or her official duties.

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Definitions:

Deterministic Assumption

A theoretical belief that all events, including human behavior, are ultimately determined by causes regarded as external to the will.

Cognitive Model

A psychological framework that explains mental health disorders through the lens of an individual's thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions.

Principle of Multifinality

The concept that similar early experiences can lead to different outcomes in individuals.

Biological Predisposition

The genetic or inherited tendency of an individual to exhibit certain behaviors, traits, or to develop certain conditions.