Which of These Statements Regarding Corporate Affirmative Action Policies Would

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements regarding corporate affirmative action policies would Tom L. Beauchamp most agree with in "Affirmative Action Goals in Hiring and Promotion"

• A) Corporate affirmative action policies should be voluntary since it is outside the scope of government control to dictate hiring policies by corporations outside of clearly egregious cases of discrimination.
• B) There is reason to believe that corporate affirmative action policies may be in line with best hiring strategies since there is evidence to suggest hidden or unconscious discrimination may prevent companies from hiring the best candidates.
• C) The government should dictate corporate affirmative action policies for all corporations employing more than a certain number of employees to ensure fairness.
• D) Discrimination plays such a minor role in corporate hiring that corporate affirmative action policies are no longer required.

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Definitions:

Majority Wins

A decision-making rule where the option with the most support or votes from a group is chosen over others.

Truth Wins

The belief that truth or accurate information will ultimately prevail in the exchange of ideas, commonly referenced in discussions of free speech and marketplace of ideas.

Group Decision Making

The process of making choices or decisions as a group, rather than individually, often incorporating diverse opinions and expertise.

Fairness

The quality of making judgments that are free from discrimination or favoritism, ensuring equitable treatment for all parties involved.