Question

Which type of workplace discrimination occurs when an organization uses an employment practice that results in unfavorable outcomes to a protected class? For example, by requiring that all employees have a high school diploma, the Mathis Construction Company essentially discriminates against those who did not graduate from high school.

Answer 1

Answer: When an organization uses an employment practice that results in unfavorable outcomes to a protected class it is known as the adverse impact principle.

This act takes place when a organization, wittingly or not, takes an action that will result in a individual's employment opportunity due to some elements beyond the individual's control.