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Racial Discrimination in Employment

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What is the term used to describe the systematic exclusion of certain racial groups from employment opportunities?

  1. Racial profiling

  2. Racial discrimination

  3. Racial segregation

  4. Racial inequality

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Racial discrimination is the systematic exclusion of certain racial groups from employment opportunities.

Which federal law prohibits racial discrimination in employment?

  1. The Civil Rights Act of 1964

  2. The Equal Pay Act of 1963

  3. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967

  4. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits racial discrimination in employment.

What is the term used to describe the practice of paying workers of different races different wages for the same work?

  1. Wage discrimination

  2. Racial discrimination

  3. Gender discrimination

  4. Age discrimination

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wage discrimination is the practice of paying workers of different races different wages for the same work.

Which of the following is an example of racial discrimination in employment?

  1. Refusing to hire someone because of their race

  2. Paying someone less than someone else of a different race for the same work

  3. Promoting someone over someone else of a different race even though the other person is more qualified

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of racial discrimination in employment.

What are some of the consequences of racial discrimination in employment?

  1. Lower wages for workers of color

  2. Higher unemployment rates for workers of color

  3. Less job opportunities for workers of color

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are consequences of racial discrimination in employment.

What are some of the things that can be done to address racial discrimination in employment?

  1. Enforcing anti-discrimination laws

  2. Providing job training and placement assistance to workers of color

  3. Educating employers about the importance of diversity and inclusion

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are things that can be done to address racial discrimination in employment.

What is the term used to describe the practice of hiring and promoting workers based on their race or ethnicity rather than their qualifications?

  1. Affirmative action

  2. Racial profiling

  3. Racial discrimination

  4. Racial segregation

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Affirmative action is the practice of hiring and promoting workers based on their race or ethnicity rather than their qualifications.

What are some of the arguments in favor of affirmative action?

  1. It helps to address past discrimination

  2. It increases diversity in the workplace

  3. It helps to create a more level playing field for workers of color

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are arguments in favor of affirmative action.

What are some of the arguments against affirmative action?

  1. It is unfair to workers who are not members of a minority group

  2. It can lead to reverse discrimination

  3. It is not necessary to achieve diversity in the workplace

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are arguments against affirmative action.

What is the current status of affirmative action in the United States?

  1. It is legal

  2. It is illegal

  3. It is legal in some states and illegal in others

  4. It is legal in some cases and illegal in others

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Affirmative action is legal in some cases and illegal in others.

What are some of the challenges facing workers of color in the 21st century?

  1. Racial discrimination

  2. Wage discrimination

  3. Unemployment

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are challenges facing workers of color in the 21st century.

What are some of the things that can be done to create a more inclusive workplace?

  1. Enforcing anti-discrimination laws

  2. Providing job training and placement assistance to workers of color

  3. Educating employers about the importance of diversity and inclusion

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are things that can be done to create a more inclusive workplace.

What is the role of government in addressing racial discrimination in employment?

  1. Enforcing anti-discrimination laws

  2. Providing job training and placement assistance to workers of color

  3. Educating employers about the importance of diversity and inclusion

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are roles of government in addressing racial discrimination in employment.

What is the role of businesses in addressing racial discrimination in employment?

  1. Enforcing anti-discrimination laws

  2. Providing job training and placement assistance to workers of color

  3. Educating employers about the importance of diversity and inclusion

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are roles of businesses in addressing racial discrimination in employment.

What is the role of individuals in addressing racial discrimination in employment?

  1. Educating themselves about racial discrimination

  2. Speaking out against racial discrimination

  3. Supporting businesses that are committed to diversity and inclusion

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are roles of individuals in addressing racial discrimination in employment.

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