Minter is a small software technology firm. To create equal opportunities in the workplace, the management of Minter wants to hire more African Americans, Asian Americans, and Hispanics. This scenario illustrates the concept of _____.
A) ethnocentrism
B) relativism
C) affirmative action
D) social stratification

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This scenario illustrates the concept of affirmative action, which refers to the policies and practices aimed at promoting equal opportunities for traditionally disadvantaged groups, such as African Americans, Asian Americans, and Hispanics, in education, employment, and other areas. Affirmative action is a way of addressing historical and structural barriers that have prevented these groups from having access to the same opportunities as others.

Minter Is a Small Software Technology Firm