If John Treats Mary Differently Because She Is the Only

question 25

Multiple Choice

If John treats Mary differently because she is the only woman in the department of ten men, his actions may be considered

• A) adverse impact.
• B) disparate treatment.
• C) bona fide occupational qualification.
• D) affirmative action.

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Definitions:

Cholesteatoma

An abnormal, noncancerous skin growth that can develop in the middle section of the ear, behind the eardrum, often leading to hearing loss.

Otosclerosis

A condition affecting the ear where abnormal bone growth in the middle ear causes hearing loss.

Postmastoidectomy

Pertaining to the period after the surgical removal of mastoid cells, which is part of the temporal bone in the skull.

Ménière's Disease

A disorder of the inner ear causing severe dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness or congestion in the ear.