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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Leadership Behavior

Actions and attitudes demonstrated by leaders, which influence their followers' performance and the organizational culture.

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Leadership

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