Lucy is the only woman in the police department. Some co-workers make insulting comments about her looks; they display pornographic materials in the offices; and harass her while she is working. After putting up with this for a year, Lucy quit in disgust. She may sue under Title VII based on:

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Lucy is the only woman in the police department. Some co-workers make insulting comments about her looks; they display pornographic materials in the offices; and harass her while she is working. After putting up with this for a year, Lucy quit in disgust. She may sue under Title VII based on:

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Lucy's situation describes a hostile work environment due to sexual harassment, which is actionable under Title VII. However, none of the provided options (disparate impact, remedial standards, bona fide occupational qualification) directly address this issue. Disparate impact involves policies that are neutral on their face but discriminatory in practice, which doesn't apply here. Remedial standards and bona fide occupational qualification also do not apply to harassment cases.

Lucy Is the Only Woman in the Police Department