Lilly Ledbetter, a supervisor at a Goodyear tire plant, discovered late in her career that she had been paid considerably less than any of the other people in her position. Since she was the only female supervisor, she argued that this was simple discrimination, and, assuming she's right, it shows that her workplace was not:
A) class conscious.
B) aware of the law.
C) in possession of enough cultural capital.
D) a meritocracy.
E) gender biased.

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A meritocracy is a system where advancement and rewards are based on individual ability and achievement. If Lilly Ledbetter was paid less due to her gender, it indicates that her workplace did not operate as a meritocracy, as her pay was not based on her merit or performance.

Lilly Ledbetter, a Supervisor at a Goodyear Tire Plant, Discovered