Asian women lag far behind the West in their representation in management level positions. The report by the McKinsley consulting company suggests that there is an opportunity for companies to recruit under-utilized female talent and do well financially as a result. (Source: The Economist, July 7, 2012) The fact that Asian women are currently less likely to be hired as managers is a result of the allocation system using which of the following methods for hiring?

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The allocation system using personal characteristics for hiring can lead to biases and discrimination, which may result in Asian women being underrepresented in management positions.

Asian Women Lag Far Behind the West in Their Representation