The nurse applies to a faith-based hospital. Another applicant who is of the same faith supported by the hospital is hired instead. Is this seen as discrimination under ADA?
1. No, employers may offer preference to individuals of the same religion.
2. Yes, the hiring decision must be made solely on ability.
3. Only if both nurses have similar experience and skill sets
4. Only if other cases of preference by the facility can be demonstrated
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Rationale: Employers with religious affiliations may give preference to individuals of the same religious sect.
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