Which Type of Workplace Discrimination Occurs When an Organization Uses

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which type of workplace discrimination occurs when an organization uses an employment practice that results in unfavorable outcomes to a protected class? For example,by requiring that all employees have a high school diploma,the Mathis Construction Company essentially discriminates against those who did not graduate from high school.

• A)disparate treatment
• B)reverse discrimination
• C)unequal application
• D)harassment
• E)adverse impact

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Definitions:

Compromiser

An individual who mediates disputes by making concessions, aiming for a middle ground solution.

Arriving

The act of coming to a place or achieving a goal.

Neutral

Being impartial or not supporting any side in a conflict, competition, or disagreement.

Lose-Lose Strategy

A conflict resolution outcome where all parties involved suffer losses or do not achieve their objectives.