Nicole, who is Hispanic, has a master's degree in chemical engineering and six years of work experience. Dave, who is white, has a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and three years of work experience. If Globo hires Nicole over Dave, its best defense is:

Question $12$ options:

A$)$

Merit

B$)$

Affirmative action

C$)$

Business necessity

D$)$

Bona fide occupational qualification