Asked by katherine alvarez on Jul 25, 2024
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An employer should try to eliminate unintentional discrimination, but is not legally accountable for such discrimination.
Unintentional Discrimination
Practices or behaviors that inadvertently disadvantage certain groups or individuals, often without malice or awareness by the perpetrator.
Legally Accountable
Being responsible or answerable in law; legally obligated to face the consequences of one's actions or decisions.
- Understand the legal accountability regarding unintentional discrimination in the workplace.
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XZ
XIAOYIN ZHANGJul 30, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
Employers are legally accountable for unintentional discrimination if it results in a disparate impact on protected classes, and they are required to take steps to eliminate such discrimination under various anti-discrimination laws.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the legal accountability regarding unintentional discrimination in the workplace.
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