Which of the following illustrates institutional discrimination?
A. To save money, a city fires all employees hired during the last three years. During the last three years, the city has had an aggressive minority-hiring program, and the majority of those fired are therefore, members of various minority groups.
B. A country club has a rule specifying that no Italians or Jews may be members.
C. A mental institution in New York will not allow residents of Connecticut to receive services in the facility.
D. A prejudiced personnel officer refuses to hire women.
Answer: A
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