Monique applied for a position as a cashier at a cafeteria. The employer$$s dress code requires employees to be $$neatly groomed in appearance$$ and to avoid displaying body piercings or tattoos. The employer refused to hire Monique because she wears a nose ring. Monique filed a complaint with the Alberta Human Rights Commission. a$.$ What is the alleged ground of discrimination? b$.$ In your opinion, did the employer contravene the Alberta Human Rights Act? Explain your answer. Based on Employment Law for Business and Human Resources Professionals, Alberta and British Columbia, $4$th Edition