What are the two objectives of affirmative action policies?

What will be an ideal response?


Affirmative action policies are intended to do two things. First, they are designed to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled individuals, and other protected groups of people. Second, it is designed to correct past discrimination thereby eliminating the present effects of discrimination.

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a. cost saving b. lower recidivism c. increased length of time an individual remains in treatment d. not enough drug courts available

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According to the Yorker study, nurse's aides were more likely to suffocate, use poisons, or administer oral medications.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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_____ is a condition that occurs when parents have such large families that their resources, such as time and money, are spread too thin, causing lack of familial support and control

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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This occurs anytime one motivates, influences, or mobilizes an individual or group:

a. Leadership b. Supervision c. Directive Administration d. Educational Management

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