Suppose that a workplace requires that only English be spoken, even when it is not a business necessity to restrict the use of other languages. This requirement would be an example of
a. prejudice
b. scapegoating
c. a self - fulfilling prophecy
d. institutional discrimination
Answer: d. institutional discrimination
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The NAACP was formed by all of the following except
A) W.E.B. DuBois. B) Whites. C) Blacks. D) Booker T. Washington.
In a recent opinion poll
a. blacks were more aware of the discriminatory treatment of blacks than were whites. b. whites were more aware of the discriminatory treatment of blacks than were blacks. c. both blacks and whites were equally aware of the discriminatory treatment of blacks. d. more than 60% of whites felt that blacks have unequal employment opportunities.
Compared with European physicians, American physicians are
a. more likely to run tests and attempt to prolong life. b. less likely to perform surgery. c. more likely to recommend hospice as soon as a patient is diagnosed with a terminal disease. d. less likely to run diagnostic tests. e. much less aggressive in their treatment of patients' illnesses.
Understanding deviance in sports requires an understanding of "the sport ethic." Which of the following beliefs is NOT one of the core norms of the sport ethic?
A. An athlete accepts pain but avoids risks. B. An athlete strives for distinction. C. An athlete accepts no obstacles in the pursuit of success. D. An athlete is dedicated to "the game."