Which of the following is an example of a direct form of discrimination?
A) An organization intentionally seeking and hiring employees from groups that are underrepresented in the organization
B) An organization refusing to promote employees belonging to an ethnic minority into management
C) An organization hiring professionals based on their experience and skills
D) An organization using employment tests that men pass at a higher rate than women
E) An organization using realistic job previews to recruit employees

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The intent of Title VII is to ensure that employment decisions are made on the basis of an individual's qualifications rather than on the basis of personal biases. The law has reduced direct forms of discrimination (such as refusing to promote African Americans into management, failing to hire men as flight attendants, or refusing to hire women as construction workers) as well as indirect forms of discrimination (such as using employment tests that whites pass at a higher rate than African Americans).

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Direct