Jade is a store manager at a Kmart. She engages in stereotyping when she says, ________
A)"I am going to hire a Mexican-American as our grounds supervisor because Mexicans are such hard workers."
B)"I am going to conduct a background investigation of anybody I would like to hire as our grounds supervisor."
C)"I am going to hire a woman as a grounds supervisor because I believe in equal opportunity."
D)"I am going to hire a senior for the grounds supervisor position because about one-half of our customers are seniors."

Question

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Jade's statement is based on a sweeping generalization about a whole group of people. This is an example of stereotyping, which is unfair and can lead to discrimination.

Answer: B, C, D
 These statements do not involve stereotyping or making assumptions about people based on their race, gender, or age. Instead, they are based on qualifications, experience, or demographics that are relevant to the job position.

Jade Is a Store Manager at a Kmart