Major federal EEO laws have been enacted to prevent discrimination against groups of workers most often affected by unfair employment practices. These groups are referred to as

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The correct term for the groups of workers protected by federal EEO laws is "protected classes." They include individuals who belong to racial or ethnic minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and individuals who are over 40 years old. The term "significant worker classes" and "equal employment classes" are not commonly used in relation to EEO laws, and "privileged classes" suggests a different meaning altogether.

Major Federal EEO Laws Have Been Enacted to Prevent Discrimination