Which of the Following Concepts Is True Regarding Disparate Impact

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following concepts is true regarding disparate impact?

• A) In a disparate impact case, intent to discriminate must be shown directly.
• B) Disparate impact is a group concept of discrimination rather than an individual one.
• C) In a disparate impact case, intent to discriminate must be shown.
• D) In disparate impact, the employee alleges that he or she was treated differently from other similarly situated employees regarding some aspect of employment.

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Definitions:

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