Which of the following statements is true of affirmative action?

A) The sole component of an affirmative action program is job embeddedness.
B) It promotes ethnocentrism among employees.
C) It is similar to diversity management in all aspects.
D) Courts have made it clear that affirmative action may not be the best way to accomplish the goal of greater diversity.

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Jagdeep Dandiwal · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Affirmative action and diversity management are related but distinct concepts, and courts have indeed recognized that affirmative action, while aimed at increasing workplace diversity, may not always be the most effective or appropriate means to achieve this goal. This recognition does not necessarily invalidate affirmative action but highlights the complexity of its implementation and the need for careful consideration of its impacts.

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