In Response to a Plaintiff's Prima Facie Case of Discrimination

question 41

Multiple Choice

In response to a plaintiff's prima facie case of discrimination based on disparate treatment,what burden does the defendant have?

• A)The defendant does not have a burden,as it is the plaintiff's duty to establish his or her case.
• B)The defendant must show that the alleged "business necessity" is not a mere pretext.
• C)The defendant must articulate why the policy or practice is a "business necessity."
• D)The defendant must articulate a legitimate,nondiscriminatory business reason for the action.
• E)The defendant must articulate a reasonable business reason for the action.

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