All of the Following Statements About Affirmative Action Are True

question 29

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about affirmative action are true except:

• A) affirmative action has led to increased representation of women in the workplace.
• B) affirmative action has increased the self-esteem of racial minorities.
• C) affirmative action programs are largely unsupported by the public.
• D) affirmative action programs specify that only qualified minorities be hired.

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Definitions:

United States

A federal republic consisting of 50 states and a federal district, known for its significant influence on world politics, economy, and culture, located primarily in North America.

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Farming Classes

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