What is the fundamental argument for affirmative action?
a. Minority groups are less able so they need special consideration
b. All employers will discriminate so affirmative action is needed to prevent them from doing so
c. Whites have been harmed by past discrimination
d. Preferential treatment is the only way to undo the harm of past discrimination
ANS: d
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