Asked by Jennifer Samaniego on Aug 01, 2024

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Melissa Harper manages an apartment complex in Toronto.She has three empty units that are available for rent.However, when prospective tenants of Hispanic descent inquire about renting in the complex, Ms.Harper tells them there are no vacancies.How would you define this unfair treatment?

A) discrimination
B) stereotyping
C) prejudice
D) segregation

Discrimination

Unfair or prejudicial treatment of people based on their race, gender, age, disability, or other characteristics.

Hispanic Descent

Refers to individuals and populations with cultural, ancestral, or national origins in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly from Latin America and Spain.

Vacancies

Unfilled positions or accommodations, often within the context of employment or housing.

  • Differentiate among systemic, structural, and direct types of discrimination.
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Ronny BucicaAug 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Melissa Harper is discriminating against prospective tenants of Hispanic descent by denying them the opportunity to rent the empty units available in the apartment complex. Discrimination is the unfair treatment of an individual or group based on certain characteristics such as race, ethnicity, gender, or religion.