Fact Pattern 16-1
Fay works for General Construction Contractors (GCC) but is the only woman on her shift. The male workers often play minor pranks on each other. Fay attempts a prank. Hank, her supervisor, fires her, because "GCC doesn't hold with pranks."
-Refer to Fact Pattern 16-1. To successfully defend itself in Fay's suit, GCC must show that Hank's statement was

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Fact Pattern 16-1 
Fay works for General Construction Contractors (GCC) but is the only woman on her shift. The male workers often play minor pranks on each other. Fay attempts a prank. Hank, her supervisor, fires her, because "GCC doesn't hold with pranks."
-Refer to Fact Pattern 16-1. To successfully defend itself in Fay's suit, GCC must show that Hank's statement was

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

GCC must show that Hank's statement was a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason for Fay's discharge. Fay's attempt at a prank may have violated the company's policies or created a dangerous situation on the job site, and therefore GCC may have had a legitimate reason to terminate her employment. The fact that Hank's statement is not Fay's feeling about pranks or an unofficial policy is not as relevant to whether the termination was lawful. C is also a possible answer, as GCC would need to show that Hank's statement was not just a pretext to cover up discrimination against Fay. However, A is the stronger answer because it directly addresses whether GCC had a valid, non-discriminatory reason for the termination.