Refusing to hire or promote a person from a minority group for reasons other than their qualifications is an example of:
A) affirmative action.
B) prejudice.
C) discrimination.
D) intellectual freedom.

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Discrimination refers to unfair treatment of people based on certain characteristics, such as race, gender, religion, or age. Refusing to hire or promote a person based on their minority status qualifies as discrimination. Affirmative action aims to level the playing field by promoting diversity and inclusivity, while prejudice and intellectual freedom do not accurately describe this scenario.

Refusing to Hire or Promote a Person from a Minority