What Is the Fundamental Argument for Affirmative Action

question 43

Multiple Choice

What is the fundamental argument for affirmative action?

• A) Minority groups are less able so they need special consideration
• B) All employers will discriminate so affirmative action is needed to prevent them from doing so
• C) Whites have been harmed by past discrimination
• D) Preferential treatment is the only way to undo the harm of past discrimination

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