Laura Benitez was hired as a management trainee by Simulex Corporation through a special program designed to "right past wrongs" by giving females and minorities greater opportunities for employment and advancement. The program is enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Laura was hired through a(n) ________ program.
A) discrimination alleviation
B) cultural diversity
C) positive response
D) affirmative action

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Affirmative action programs are designed to increase opportunities for employment and advancement for women and minorities. The purpose of affirmative action is to "right past wrongs" endured by women and minorities as the result of discrimination.

Laura Benitez Was Hired as a Management Trainee by Simulex