Question 1

The ADA applies to all people 18 years or older.

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to individuals with disabilities of all ages, not just those 18 years or older.

Question 2

It is estimated that 43 million Americans have a disability.

Accepted Answer

As of the latest data, it is estimated that around 43 million Americans, or about 12.6% of the civilian non-institutionalized population, have some form of disability. This statistic is based on reports from the United States Census Bureau and other government sources.

Question 3

The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 allows employees to take an unpaid leave of absence from work for up to 21 weeks a year.

Accepted Answer

The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year for specified family and medical reasons.

Question 4

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was established in 1989.

Accepted Answer

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was established in 1965, as part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Question 5

When managing a diverse group, do not treat each employee the same.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When managing a diverse group, do not...

Question 6

Only one in eight Americans has African, Asian, Hispanic, or Native American ancestry.

Accepted Answer

The United States is much more diverse, with a significant portion of the population having African, Asian, Hispanic, or Native American ancestry, far exceeding the ratio of one in eight.

Question 7

Culture bound means you believe that your culture and value system are the best, the one and only.

Accepted Answer

Culture-bound means believing that one's own culture and values are superior to all others.

Question 8

Reasonable accommodation, which is legally required, refers to any change or adjustment to a job or the work environment that will enable someone with a disability to perform essential job functions.

Accepted Answer

Reasonable accommodation is a provision under various disability rights laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), requiring employers to make adjustments or modifications to a job or work environment that enable an individual with a disability to have equal employment opportunities, including performing the essential functions of the job.

Question 9

One of the slowest growing segments of the U.S. population is that of minority groups.

Accepted Answer

Minority groups are among the fastest-growing segments of the U.S. population, driven by higher birth rates and immigration.

Question 10

Which of the following is the first step in creating a diversity and inclusion program?

Accepted Answer

Developing a mission statement that includes diversity and inclusion is typically the first step in creating a diversity and inclusion program. This statement sets the foundation and direction for the program, outlining the organization's commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Question 11

Culture is defined as:

Accepted Answer

Culture encompasses both our values and lifestyle, as it includes the beliefs, customs, and practices that shape our way of life.

Question 12

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Offices provide all of the following services except:

Accepted Answer

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Offices typically do not directly handle making complaints; they may instead provide guidance on how to file complaints or direct individuals to the appropriate channels for doing so. Their primary functions include education, advocacy, mediation, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Question 13

The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 allows employees to take an unpaid leave of absence from work for up to:

Accepted Answer

The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year for specified family and medical reasons.

Question 14

In general, EEO laws make it unlawful to discriminate against applicants with respect to:

Accepted Answer

The answer of In general, EEO laws make it unlawful...

Question 15

Discrimination in the workplace can be thought of as making:

Accepted Answer

Discrimination in the workplace refers to making employment decisions based on irrelevant factors such as race, gender, age, etc., rather than on an individual's actual ability to perform the job.

Question 16

The Civil Right Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, makes it unlawful to discriminate against applicants on the basis of:

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, prohibits discrimination by employers on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, and national origin. Skills and age are not covered under Title VII, although age is covered under a different act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967.

Question 17

The Age Discrimination Act of 1967, as amended, makes it unlawful to:

Accepted Answer

The Age Discrimination Act of 1967, specifically the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), prohibits employment discrimination against persons 40 years of age or older, covering issues like compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

Question 18

The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 makes it unlawful to:

Accepted Answer

The Pregnancy Discrimination Act prohibits discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and it also makes it unlawful to refuse to hire a woman because she is pregnant or already has a child.

Question 19

The Americans with Disability Act (ADA) makes it unlawful to:

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public. This includes protections for recovering alcohol and drug abusers, individuals with physical or mental impairments that substantially limit major life activities, and people infected with HIV.

Question 20

It is unlawful to:

Accepted Answer

Asking an applicant if they are disabled, inquiring about the nature or severity of a disability, or phrasing job-related questions in terms of a disability are all practices that are considered discriminatory and unlawful under laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). These actions can lead to a biased hiring process and are prohibited to ensure fair treatment of all job applicants regardless of their disability status.

Quiz 5: Equal Opportunity Laws and Diversity