An experiment by sociologist Devah Pager showed that __________ is most likely to be hired.
A) a white man with no criminal record
B) a white man with a criminal record
C) a black man with no criminal record
D) a black man with a criminal record

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In Devah Pager's experiment, a white man with no criminal record was most likely to be hired. The study found that a white applicant with a criminal record was more likely to be hired than a black applicant with no criminal record, highlighting the impact of both race and criminal history on employment opportunities.

An Experiment by Sociologist Devah Pager Showed That __________ Is