Unfair treatment of a person or group based on prejudice is called what?

• A. Discrimination
• B. Equality
• C. Tolerance
• D. Inclusion

Answer: (A)

This question asks you to name unfair treatment of someone based on prejudice. That is discrimination. Discrimination means acting on biases by denying someone opportunities, rights, or fair treatment because of characteristics like race, gender, religion, or disability. For example, turning someone away from a job or housing simply because of who they are is discrimination.

Think about the other terms: equality means fair treatment for everyone, not biased or unequal treatment. Tolerance is about accepting differences and coexistence, not acting on prejudice. Inclusion focuses on making sure everyone is welcomed and involved, rather than being excluded. So the concept described here is discrimination.