Maria is uncomfortable in her job as a policewoman because her coworkers tell crude sexual jokes and hang centerfold pinups in the break room at the station. She is experiencing

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Maria is experiencing hostile environmental harassment, as the work environment is uncomfortable and offensive due to the crude sexual jokes and pinups. Quid pro quo hostility would involve sexual favors being demanded in exchange for job benefits, which is not the case here. Job segregation refers to discriminatory practices in hiring and promotion, which is unrelated to the situation described. Employer-sponsored hostility is not a recognized type of harassment.

Maria Is Uncomfortable in Her Job as a Policewoman Because