When an employer treats some workers less favorably as a result of an immutable personal characteristic like race or gender, such behavior constitutes a category of discrimination called:

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Disparate treatment refers to intentional discrimination where individuals are treated less favorably because of characteristics such as race, gender, or other immutable personal traits. This contrasts with policies or practices that may unintentionally lead to unequal outcomes, known as adverse impact.

When an Employer Treats Some Workers Less Favorably as a Result