Which of the following statements is correct in regard to the Civil Rights Act (CRA) of 1991?
A) The CRA does not permit jury trials.
B) After the CRA, U.S. employees working abroad for a U.S. company are covered under the law.
C) Before the CRA, employees had an easier time of winning their discrimination claims.
D) The CRA does not allow for compensatory damages related to emotional distress.
E) The CRA permits an employer to use a mixed motive defense.

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The CRA of 1991 extended the anti-discrimination laws to include U.S. employees working abroad for a U.S. company. This means that such employees could now file a discrimination claim under U.S. law if they believe they have been discriminated against based on their race, gender, religion, etc. Option A is incorrect because the CRA permits jury trials. Option C is incorrect because the CRA made it more difficult for employees to win their discrimination claims by specifically defining what constitutes discrimination and shifting the burden of proof to the employee. Option D is incorrect because the CRA allows for compensatory damages related to emotional distress. Option E is incorrect because the CRA prohibits the use of a mixed motive defense in cases of intentional discrimination.

Which of the Following Statements Is Correct in Regard to the Civil