Discriminatory scales

Discriminatory scales are measurement tools or ranking systems that unfairly favor or disadvantage certain groups based on characteristics like race, gender, or age. They can skew results or decisions because they introduce bias, making some people appear better or worse than others due to factors unrelated to the actual assessment. These scales can be unintentional but have serious implications, affecting equality and fairness in various contexts such as hiring, research, or testing. Recognizing and addressing discriminatory scales is essential to ensure evaluations are objective and equitable for everyone.