According to the rule of thumb in the Uniform Guidelines, adverse impact has been demonstrated when:
A) The proportion of minority applicants hired is less than 80% of the proportion of majority applicants hired
B) A member of a minority group has been denied a legitimate opportunity for employment
C) Less than 80% of minority applicants are hired
D) More than 80% of majority applicants are hired

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The rule of thumb referred to in the Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures (1978) is known as the "80% rule" or "four-fifths rule." It suggests that adverse impact is indicated when the selection rate for any race, sex, or ethnic group is less than 80% (or four-fifths) of the rate for the group with the highest selection rate. This rule is used as a guideline to identify potential discrimination in hiring practices.

According to the Rule of Thumb in the Uniform Guidelines