If white workers earn more than black or Hispanic workers primarily because of differences in education, then this means there is no discrimination against blacks or Hispanics. This statement is

A. false, because it could be that black and Hispanic workers face discrimination or other obstacles to receiving a quality college education.
B. true, because black and Hispanic workers are paid less because they have less education, not because of discrimination.
C. false, because employers are discriminating by choosing not to hire uneducated workers, regardless of their race.
D. true, because antidiscrimination laws went into effect a long time ago.


Answer: A

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