A nursing home administrator sets up programs to give preferential treatment for minorities. This is being done because the current workforce at the nursing home is predominantly white. What is the term for this policy?

A. Affirmative action
B. Equal opportunity
C. Civil rights
D. Wage and hour laws
E. Fair labor standards


Answer: A

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