From the beginning, the intent of affirmative action was to
A)comply with international anti-discrimination regulations.
B)appease minority political interest groups.
C)prefer some groups to the exclusion of others.
D)give some companies an edge over others in the marketplace.
E)correct for the long history of discriminatory practices and exclusion.

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Affirmative action was created to help rectify past discrimination and exclusion of certain groups in employment, education, and other areas. It aims to provide equal opportunities to historically disadvantaged groups and level the playing field, rather than prefer one group over another.

From the Beginning, the Intent of Affirmative Action Was to