Mary Jones is expanding her marketing firm (which currently has 20 employees). M
ID: 338062 • Letter: M
Question
Mary Jones is expanding her marketing firm (which currently has 20 employees). Mary places the following ad on Monster.com and other job applicant websites: “Successful Marketing Firm seeks to hire marketing associate with demonstrated skills in Internet keyword advertising campaigns. Job Requirements: college degree in marketing or related field, minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience. Only females will be considered for this position.” Which of the following statements best describes the application of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (“Title VII”) to this hiring practice?
A.This hiring practice is legal under Title VII as it is prima facie non-discriminatory.
B.This hiring practice is illegal discrimination based on disparate treatment.
C.This hiring practice is illegal discrimination based on disparate impact.
D.This hiring practice is legal because being female is essential to this position.
E.None of the above.
Explanation / Answer
Mary Jones is expanding her marketing firm (which currently has 20 employees). Mary places the following ad on Monster.com and other job applicant websites: “Successful Marketing Firm seeks to hire marketing associate with demonstrated skills in Internet keyword advertising campaigns. Job Requirements: college degree in marketing or related field, minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience. Only females will be considered for this position.” Which of the following statements best describes the application of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (“Title VII”) to this hiring practice?
A.This hiring practice is legal under Title VII as it is prima facie non-discriminatory.
B.This hiring practice is illegal discrimination based on disparate treatment.
C.This hiring practice is illegal discrimination based on disparate impact.
D.This hiring practice is legal because being female is essential to this position.
E.None of the above.