Asked by
Jacky Treviño
on Dec 12, 2024Verified
When employment discrimination results from the personal prejudices of employers, economic theory suggests that
A) it is costless for employers to discriminate against groups they do not like.
B) the wages of employees who are discriminated against will actually rise.
C) an employer who discriminates will experience higher costs.
D) discrimination by an employer will reduce production costs since the employer can pay lower wages.
Employment Discrimination
Unfair treatment of employees or job applicants based on race, gender, age, religion, or other personal characteristics rather than job performance or qualifications.
Personal Prejudices
Preconceived opinions or biases held by an individual that are not based on reason or actual experience.
Higher Costs
An increase in the expenses associated with production, operation, or acquisition in business or personal finances.
- Understand the role of worker preferences and discrimination in earning differentials.
- Understand the economic effects of employment discrimination.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the role of worker preferences and discrimination in earning differentials.
- Understand the economic effects of employment discrimination.