Question
In the United Kingdom , there are __ protected characteri stics under the Equality Act (2010). Fill in the blank. A. Seven B. Eight C. Nine D. Six A C ) D B
Answer
4.5
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Answer
C
Explanation
The Equality Act was introduced in the United Kingdom in 2010 and it defines certain characteristics, which are protected against discrimination. These characteristics include: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil union, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and gender attitude, sexual orientation — totally nine specified characteristics.