Deck 10: Legal and Ethical Challenges

Question 1

Which of these is not true of carpal tunnel syndrome?

A) It occurs when the median nerve,which runs from the forearm into the palm of the hand,becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist.
B) It causes pain,weakness,or numbness in the hand and wrist,radiating up the arm.
C) Men are three times more likely than women to develop carpal tunnel syndrome,perhaps because the carpal tunnel itself may be smaller in men than in women.
D) It is more common among assemblers than among data entry personnel.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

The corporate ________,or logo,establishes the image and identity of a company;it usually consists of the company name,set in a particular type style,color,and size,along with a symbol or other graphic element.

Answer 2

brand

Question 3

Legal protection against employment discrimination extends to job applicants as well as current employees.Which of these topics would be appropriate to ask about during a job interview?

A) age
B) marital or parenting status
C) job-related skills and experience
D) religion

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Many states require employee notification of monitoring.However,most employers do not inform their employees of it.

Question 5

Which of these is not an effective way to deal with sexual harassment in the workplace?

A) to offer raises or promotions to people who report instances of sexual harassment
B) to establish a legitimate sexual harassment policy that encourages complaints
C) to investigate all sexual harassment complaints
D) to prevent it from happening
Enter the appropriate word(s)to complete the statement.

Question 6

Match the anti-discrimination law to its description.
a.Equal Pay Act of 1963
b.Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
c.Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA)
d.Fair Labor Standards Act of 1963
e.Titles I and V of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)
f.Civil Rights Act of 1991
g.Family Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA)
h.Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA)
Allows monetary damages in cases of intentional discrimination

Question 7

________ ethics involve identifying and enforcing socially acceptable standards of conduct in commercial and administrative settings.

Question 8

Match the anti-discrimination law to its description.
a.Equal Pay Act of 1963
b.Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
c.Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA)
d.Fair Labor Standards Act of 1963
e.Titles I and V of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)
f.Civil Rights Act of 1991
g.Family Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA)
h.Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA)
Prohibits discrimination based on information about genetic tests,genetic services,or family history

Question 9

Some states have set a minimum wage,which may be higher than the federal standard.In those states,employers may pay whichever is lower.

Question 10

In most situations,employers have the legal right to ________ employee telephone calls,emails,voice mail,and computer use and to do video and audio surveillance.

Question 11

One way in which a supervisor can encourage appropriate behavior is to lead by example in behaving ethically and with integrity.

Question 12

According to the textbook,which of these was cited most frequently as a complaint against employers for discrimination?

A) disability
B) race
C) retaliation
D) sex

Question 13

Some employers use an Internet-based system called ________ to confirm employment eligibility.

Question 14

Which of these refers to rules of behavior imposed on people by governments?

A) standard of ethics
B) standard of law
C) business ethics
D) ethical principles

Question 15

Which of these was not cited in the textbook as a reason for employer monitoring of employee computer use?

A) Concern about liability with inappropriate websites and emails
B) Concern about loss of time and impact on productivity
C) Concern about security of company data
D) Concern about employees' developing carpal tunnel syndrome due to overuse of the computer

Question 16

When issues involving discrimination arise,a supervisor should refer them to the human resources department,and never try to deal with them alone.

Question 17

It is illegal for employers to use information gleaned from social networking sites in deciding whether or not to hire someone.

Question 18

The ________ is a federal law passed by Congress in 1970 and amended in 2004 that requires employers to provide a working environment that is safe and free from known hazards that could lead to serious physical harm or death.

Question 19

Generally,if an employee develops intellectual property on company time,using company facilities and resources,the company owns the rights to it.

Question 20

________ consists of original or unique items that people create using their imagination and brain power.

Question 21

Which two forms do new hires need to complete in order for the employer to comply with federal income tax withholding and employee eligibility verification?

Question 22

Match the anti-discrimination law to its description.
a.Equal Pay Act of 1963
b.Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
c.Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA)
d.Fair Labor Standards Act of 1963
e.Titles I and V of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)
f.Civil Rights Act of 1991
g.Family Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA)
h.Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA)
Prohibits discrimination against individuals with mental or physical disabilities who can perform the essential functions of a job

Question 23

Which type of employee is typically paid on an hourly basis?

Question 24

Match the anti-discrimination law to its description.
a.Equal Pay Act of 1963
b.Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
c.Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA)
d.Fair Labor Standards Act of 1963
e.Titles I and V of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)
f.Civil Rights Act of 1991
g.Family Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA)
h.Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA)
Requires employers to pay male and female employees equal pay for comparable work

Question 25

What is the title of the legislation that established minimum wage,overtime pay,record keeping,and child labor standards?

Question 26

Name the five types of actions and behaviors that are almost universally considered unethical in the United States and in most developed countries around the world.

Question 27

Match the anti-discrimination law to its description.
a.Equal Pay Act of 1963
b.Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
c.Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA)
d.Fair Labor Standards Act of 1963
e.Titles I and V of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)
f.Civil Rights Act of 1991
g.Family Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA)
h.Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA)
Requires employers to grant employees up to 12 workweeks of unpaid leave during any 12-month period for the purpose of caring for a family member

Question 28

Which type of sexual harassment occurs when supervisors or coworkers use embarrassment,humiliation,or fear to create a negative climate that interferes with the ability of others to perform their jobs?

Question 29

Match the anti-discrimination law to its description.
a.Equal Pay Act of 1963
b.Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
c.Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA)
d.Fair Labor Standards Act of 1963
e.Titles I and V of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)
f.Civil Rights Act of 1991
g.Family Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA)
h.Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA)
Prohibits employment discrimination based on race,color,religion,gender,or national origin

Question 30

What is the name of the report the U.S.Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families requires employers to file to assist in enforcing child support obligations?