African American employees brought filed suit under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, challenging the employer's requirement of a high school diploma as a condition of employment at a power plant because it had the effect of disqualifying minorities from employment at a higher rate than others. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
a. The employees are alleging disparate treatment discrimination.
b. The employees are alleging disparate impact discrimination.
c. There is no violation of Title VII because the criterion for employment, a diploma, is neutral and required of everyone.
d. If an employment practice operates to exclude minorities it is illegal, even if it is related to job performance and considered a business necessity.
b
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