If a Group of People Were Systematically Discriminated Against in the Past

question 41

Multiple Choice

If a group of people were systematically discriminated against in the past, which of the following would constitute an affirmative action policy designed as a remedy to help the members of this group overcome the legacy of discrimination?

• A) a hiring policy that favors those with relatives working in government
• B) a college admissions policy that gives preferential treatment to members of the group
• C) a color-blind job application process to give members of this group an equal chance
• D) a policy that gives extra weight to votes cast by members of the group
• E) requiring all applicants for government jobs to have at least two years of prior experience

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