Which of the Following Is an Example of Statistical Discrimination

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of statistical discrimination?

• A) A firm will not hire any laborer over the age of 50 because of the firm's belief that most workers over 50 are not able to do the job.
• B) A restaurant will not hire a Black server because it fears that its customers are discriminatory.
• C) A worker chooses not to accept a job offer because the owner of the firm is an expatriate.
• D) A school hires only teachers who pass a PRAXIS test of pedagogical knowledge.
• E) Only applications from college-educated workers are considered for an opening for CFO.

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Similar Productivity Characteristics

Refers to entities or products that share common features in terms of efficiency, output, or performance.

Employment Discrimination

Unfair or prejudicial treatment of employees or job applicants based on characteristics such as race, gender, or age.

Earnings Gap

The difference in average earnings between different groups in the economy, often discussed in terms of gender, race, or education level.

Maximizing Profits

The process by which a business seeks to achieve the highest possible return or profit from its operations.