A Railroad Company Posts a Sign That Says "Women Need

question 19

Multiple Choice

A railroad company posts a sign that says "Women need not apply." Because discrimination is intentional in this instance, the case that could be brought against the railroad is:

• A)disparate impact.
• B)disparate treatment.
• C)adverse impact.
• D)prima facie.

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Definitions:

Substitutes

Products or services that can replace or be used in place of another, offering consumers alternative choices.

Demand for Gasoline

The consumer's desire and ability to purchase gasoline at various price points.

Unit Elastic

A situation in economics where a change in the price of a good or service results in a proportional change in the quantity demanded or supplied.

Very Inelastic

Describes a situation where the demand or supply for a good or service is minimally responsive to changes in price.