Cara works in a department where there are only a few women. Pictures of scantily clad women are posted in the employee breakroom. She is uncomfortable being in the breakroom while men are present, so she avoids the breakroom. She considers it a hostile environment. Cara is experiencing
A) overreaction.
B) acceptable "good-old-boy" behavior.
C) sexual harassment.
D) workplace cohesion.
E) affirmative action.

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Cara is experiencing sexual harassment, as defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which includes unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. The pictures of scantily clad women could contribute to a hostile environment for women, and Cara's discomfort and avoidance of the breakroom is evidence of this. It is important for employers to address and prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

Cara Works in a Department Where There Are Only a Few