Kevin is the Human Resources manager for a large company. He has a favorable attitude toward disabled people in general. However, he hasn't hired anyone who has a visible disability because his boss told him not to consider applicants who are disabled. In this case, Kevin
A)shows evidence of discrimination but not prejudice.
B)shows evidence of prejudice but not discrimination.
C)is displaying both prejudice and discrimination.
D)is showing neither prejudice nor discrimination.

Question

Kevin is the Human Resources manager for a large company. He has a favorable attitude toward disabled people in general. However, he hasn't hired anyone who has a visible disability because his boss told him not to consider applicants who are disabled. In this case, Kevin ​
A)shows evidence of discrimination but not prejudice.
B)shows evidence of prejudice but not discrimination.
C)is displaying both prejudice and discrimination.
D)is showing neither prejudice nor discrimination.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Kevin's actions (not hiring anyone with a visible disability due to his boss's directive) show discrimination, as he is treating people differently based on their disability. However, his personal favorable attitude toward disabled people indicates he does not hold prejudice against them.

Kevin Is the Human Resources Manager for a Large Company