In a recent experiment, employers were less likely to invite the fictional candidate for an interview when the résumé implied the candidate was a parent-but only if the name was female. This suggests that people make assumptions about ________ that do not apply to other types of job candidates.
A)women
B)unmarried women
C)women who work outside the home
D)women with children
E)people with families

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The experiment shows that assumptions were made about women with children that did not apply to other types of candidates, such as men or unmarried women. This indicates a bias towards working mothers in hiring processes.

In a Recent Experiment, Employers Were Less Likely to Invite