Question

in addition to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, or national origin, what did the civil rights act of 1964 establish?
a. penalties for practicing affirmative action
b. legal consequences for discrimination
c. exceptions for job - related discrimination

Explanation:

The Civil Rights Act of 1964's Title VII prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in employment, and it established legal consequences (like enforcement mechanisms, ability to file claims, and remedies) for those who engage in such discrimination. Option A is incorrect because the act does not penalize affirmative action; in fact, affirmative action later emerged as a tool to address historical discrimination. Option C is incorrect because the act does not create exceptions for job-related discrimination; legitimate job qualifications are separate, but the act does not establish exceptions for discriminatory practices tied to jobs.

Answer:

B. legal consequences for discrimination