Affirmative action policies come in several gradations. Of the following examples, the mildest (or least consequential) is Multiple choice question. employers identify a minimum qualification, then first hire all minority applicants who meet the requirement before hiring from the majority group. if two applicants are equally talented for a position, the "tie goes to the minority" applicant. employers impose a hiring quota. employers must cast a wide net when hiring by, for example, recruiting in majority and minority venues