Question

the civil rights act of 1964 was a pivotal law in us history that aimed to combat social inequality.
which statement best describes the main goal of the civil rights act of 1964?
○ requiring law enforcement to inform individuals of their rights when arrested
○ addressing workplace equality regardless of race or gender
○ promoting equality and banning discrimination in public spaces
○ expanding equal voting rights across racial and ethnic lines

Explanation:

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 aimed to promote equality and ban discrimination in public spaces. It prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in employment (addressing workplace equality regardless of race or gender was part of this) and public accommodations like hotels, restaurants, etc. While expanding voting rights was more directly addressed by the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and informing individuals of rights when arrested is more related to Miranda - type rights (not the main goal of the 1964 Civil Rights Act).

Answer:

promoting equality and banning discrimination in public spaces