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What is one of the reasons why affirmative action programs are important?
What is one of the reasons why affirmative action programs are important?
- To discriminate based on race
- To bring everyone to the same starting line
- To increase access for underrepresented groups (correct)
- To evaluate merit based on test scores
What is the author's belief about affirmative action?
What is the author's belief about affirmative action?
- It is unnecessary and should be abolished
- It is fair because it brings everyone to the same starting line (correct)
- It discriminates against white and Asian individuals
- It is based solely on test scores
What is the conundrum in the area of affirmative action?
What is the conundrum in the area of affirmative action?
- Whether test scores should be the sole criteria for admission
- Whether underrepresented groups should have preferential treatment
- Whether affirmative action should be abolished
- Whether discrimination is necessary for total success (correct)
What does the author believe about merit?
What does the author believe about merit?
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What is the author's personal experience with affirmative action?
What is the author's personal experience with affirmative action?
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