biased decision
[ˈbaɪəst dɪˈsɪʒən]
noun phrasepl: biased decisions
decisão tendenciosa
1. A judgment or choice made with prejudice, favoring one side unfairly over another due to personal beliefs, preferences, or preconceived notions rather than objective analysis
The jury's biased decision favored the defendant because he was from a wealthy family.
A decisão tendenciosa do júri favoreceu o réu porque ele era de uma família rica.
2. A determination influenced by systematic error or discrimination rather than based on merit or factual evidence
Management's biased decision to promote only male employees violated company policy.
A decisão tendenciosa da administração de promover apenas funcionários do sexo masculino violou a política da empresa.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'biased decision' is commonly discussed in legal, HR, and academic settings. In Brazil, concerns about bias are increasingly prominent in discussions about affirmative action (políticas de ação afirmativa) and diversity. In the USA, the term is frequently used in discussions about systemic racism, workplace discrimination, and judicial fairness. The concept carries significant legal implications in both countries.
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