If a plaintiff feels that individual acts of intentional discrimination in his firm have led to a statistical disparity in the firm,and this disparity is a function of a larger culture of discrimination,which of the following lawsuits is he most likely to file? At Tackle and Bait,a large outdoor supply store,women are hired to be cashiers for a flat hourly rate while men work the floor on commission.What lawsuit is Tackle and Bait opening themselves up to based on this practice?

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C  E  The plaintiff is likely to file a "Pattern and practice" lawsuit as it involves claims of systematic discrimination. Tackle and Bait's practice of hiring women as cashiers and men on commission could lead to "Disparate treatment" as it involves intentional discrimination based on gender. It could also result in "Disparate impact" if the practice disproportionately affects one gender over the other.

If a Plaintiff Feels That Individual Acts of Intentional Discrimination