Lila Miller who works for a large software firm is four months pregnant and is due for a promotion. However, her employer offers the promotion to Harry Oswald, a less-experienced candidate, as Lila would go on maternity leave soon and would be unable to perform her duties. Which of the following is true of this scenario?
A) Lila's employer is not liable for disparate-treatment discrimination.
B) Lila's employer is liable for disparate-impact discrimination.
C) The employer was justified in denying Lila the promotion.
D) Lila's employer may have violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Correct Answer:
Verified
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