A correctional service had a physical abilities screening test that included lifting heavy bags and carrying them, and operating push-pull machines with minimum weight requirements. Virtually all of the females failed the test because they could not handle the weights. Consequently, few females were hired as correctional officers. What term used by sociologists best identifies this practice?
A) female discrimination
B) gender discrimination
C) systemic discrimination
D) institutional discrimination

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The Answer of A correctional service had a physical abilities screening test that included lifting heavy bags and carrying them, and operating push-pull machines with minimum weight requirements. Virtually all of the females failed the test because they could not handle the weights. Consequently, few females were hired as correctional officers. What term used by sociologists best identifies this practice?
A) female discrimination
B) gender discrimination
C) systemic discrimination
D) institutional discrimination

A Correctional Service Had a Physical Abilities Screening Test That