If an employer uses a decision rule that causes discrimination in some aspect of employment based on protected class status, but the discrimination was unintentional, the discrimination is called:

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Disparate impact refers to policies or practices that, while not intentionally discriminatory, result in a significant adverse effect on members of a protected class. It is considered illegal under U.S. employment law if the employer cannot justify the practice as a business necessity or if there is a less discriminatory alternative that could serve the same purpose.

If an Employer Uses a Decision Rule That Causes Discrimination