AP®︎ U.S. Government & Politics: Topic 3.13 Practice Test

Prepare for your quiz, test, or the AP exam with focused practice questions on Topic 3.13 of AP U.S. Government & Politics – Affirmative Action.


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Question 1 Easy

This question tests the following: LO 3.13.A

What is the main goal of affirmative action?

ATo eliminate employment altogether
BTo promote equal opportunity and diversity
CTo standardize testing for minorities
DTo promote only merit-based values

What You’re Being Tested On:

Explore the learning objectives taken directly from the College Board’s AP® U.S. Government & Politics Curriculum. Ensure you’re prepared for the exact topics covered on the AP® exam, in-class tests, and quizzes, and gain confidence in your mastery of the material.

Topic 3.13: Affirmative Action

Learning Objective: LO 3.13.A

Describe Supreme Court debates about affirmative action policies.

Review: EK 3.13.A.1

Affirmative action refers to policies intended to address workplace and educational disparities related to race, ethnic origin, gender, disability, and age. Supreme Court debate has focused on whether affirmative action is protected by the equal protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution.

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