Karla,a university student with a hearing impairment,is assigned to work with three other students for a sociology assignment.When the group is divvying up the workload,the three other students make sure that Karla receives the easiest tasks of anyone in the group.This is an example of

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This is an example of ableism, which is discrimination or prejudice against individuals with disabilities. The other students are assuming that Karla cannot handle more challenging tasks because of her hearing impairment, which is a form of ableism. Accommodation would involve making adjustments to ensure that Karla can fully participate in the project, not giving her easier tasks. Ignorance and sick role theory do not apply in this situation.

Karla,a University Student with a Hearing Impairment,is Assigned to Work