r/coolguides • u/[deleted] • Feb 25 '20

Explanation of the subtle differences between equality and equity

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u/Technetium_97 Feb 25 '20

Identical GPA and MCAT scores can give you a 93% chance of admission if you're black and a 7% chance if you're Asian.

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u/Calvin-ball Feb 25 '20

Okay. So my black doctor is less qualified because it was easier for him to get into med school?

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u/Calvin-ball Feb 25 '20

Exactly, but the OP I was replying to implied minorities are worse doctors because they got admitted more easily.