In a Recent Experiment, Employers Were Less Likely to Invite

question 4

Multiple Choice

In a recent experiment, employers were less likely to invite the fictional candidate for an interview when the résumé implied the candidate was a parent-but only if the name was female. This suggests that people make assumptions about ________ that do not apply to other types of job candidates.

• A)women
• B)unmarried women
• C)women who work outside the home
• D)women with children
• E)people with families

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Definitions:

Critical Thinking

Solving problems and making decisions through a systematic evaluation of evidence.

Evaluate

To assess or analyze something systematically in order to understand its value, quality, importance, or effectiveness.

Evidence

Information or data that are systematically collected to support or refute a claim, theory, or conclusion.

Experts

Individuals with extensive knowledge or skill in a specific area or field, often gained through experience or education.