Statistical discrimination refers to
A)the statistical measurement of the effects of prejudice on minorities excluded from employment
B)the monetary impact of prejudice on minorities,in contrast to the nonmonetary impact
C)government tracking of the economy-wide impact of discrimination against minorities
D)using statistics to explain employer discrimination against minorities
E)exclusion of individuals from an activity due to the probability of behavior in their group rather than personal characteristics

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Statistical discrimination refers to making decisions based on group averages or probabilities rather than personal characteristics. It occurs when individuals are excluded from an activity or opportunity based on the likelihood of their behavior or performance, rather than their individual skills or qualities. This type of discrimination is often used by employers to justify hiring practices or by insurers to set premiums based on population averages.

Statistical Discrimination Refers to