Question 1

A qualified individual with a disability is an individual with a disability who,________ reasonable accommodation,can perform the essential functions of a job.

Accepted Answer

The term "qualified individual with a disability" refers to an individual with a disability who possesses the necessary skills, education, experience, and other job-related requirements to perform the essential functions of a job with or without reasonable accommodation. Therefore, the best choice is C) with or without.

Question 2

The Civil Rights Act of 1991 ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1991 added provisions to allow plaintiffs to demand a jury trial for claims involving intentional discrimination, which was not available before this act. Option B is incorrect as the act did not allow adjusting test scores. Option C is also incorrect as the act did not prohibit alternative dispute resolution methods, but rather created additional avenues for resolution.

Question 3

Research indicates that ______ percent of ADA accommodations may cost employers virtually nothing.

Accepted Answer

According to the Job Accommodation Network (JAN), approximately 58% of ADA accommodations cost employers nothing. Therefore, the best choice is C, which says "more than 50 percent."

Question 4

__________ was the first major piece of federal legislation prohibiting disability discrimination.

Accepted Answer

The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 was the first major piece of federal legislation prohibiting disability discrimination, specifically in programs that receive federal funding.

Question 5

_____________ cannot work from sunset Friday through sundown Saturday.

Accepted Answer

Orthodox Jews observe the Sabbath from sunset on Friday to nightfall on Saturday, during which they refrain from work and engage in rest and spiritual activities.

Question 6

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 protects individuals who are _______________ of age and older from employment discrimination based on their age.

Accepted Answer

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act protects individuals who are 40 years or older from employment discrimination based on their age.

Question 7

Which of the following is not a covered disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 8

ADA stands for ___________.

Accepted Answer

ADA stands for Americans with Disabilities Act, a federal law enacted in 1990 to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities and provide them with equal opportunities in various areas of life, including employment, public accommodations, transportation, telecommunications, and more.

Question 9

The advantages of hiring older workers include all of the following except __________.

Accepted Answer

The advantages of hiring older workers include lower turnover, greater consciousness of safety, longer work experience, and more loyalty to the enterprises. However, older workers may not necessarily have lower health insurance premiums due to the increased risk of health issues associated with aging.

Question 10

Organizations supporting an English-only rule claim they are needed for all of the following reasons except:

Accepted Answer

Organizations supporting an English-only rule usually claim that it promotes harmony among employees, promotes effective communication and supervision, and ensures safe working conditions. However, they do not claim that it discourages discrimination. In fact, advocates of English-only rules have been criticized for being discriminatory against non-native speakers or speakers of other languages.

Question 11

The focus of religious discrimination cases has been on _____________.

Accepted Answer

Both hours of work and working conditions (such as dress code) have been at the center of many religious discrimination cases, particularly in the workplace. Certain religious practices may conflict with company policies or schedules, and it can be a challenge to find a balance that accommodates both the employee's beliefs and the employer's operational needs.

Question 12

Congress passed the Equal Pay Act (EPA)as an amendment to the Fair Labor Standards Act to eliminate wage differentials _____________ performing the same work in organizations.

Accepted Answer

The Equal Pay Act was specifically passed to prohibit wage differentials based on sex for employees who perform jobs that require substantially equal skill, effort, and responsibility under similar working conditions. While discrimination based on race, national origin, and other factors is also illegal, the EPA specifically addresses the issue of gender-based pay discrimination.

Question 13

Which of the following is exempt from the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Accepted Answer

Private sector employers with fewer than 15 employees are exempt from the Americans with Disabilities Act. The U.S. Congress, state government employers, and local government employers are not exempt.

Question 14

Executive Order 11246 did all of the following except _________.

Accepted Answer

Executive Order 11246 did not include all of the options listed. It prohibited discrimination and required affirmative action plans but did not specifically establish numerical goals and timetables.

Question 15

_____________ allows plaintiffs to seek compensatory and punitive damages when an organization engages in intentional discrimination with malice or reckless indifference.

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1991 allows plaintiffs to seek compensatory and punitive damages in cases of intentional discrimination with malice or reckless indifference. Title VII and Title IX provide remedies for discrimination, but do not specifically allow for punitive damages. The Equal Pay Act only applies to gender-based pay discrimination.

Question 16

Which of the following is considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Accepted Answer

All of the choices listed (major depression, hearing impairments, anxiety disorders) are considered disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA defines a disability as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, such as hearing, seeing, walking, or learning. This definition encompasses a wide range of conditions, including both physical and mental health conditions.

Question 17

The Supreme Court ruled in the Oncale v.Sundowner Offshore Services case _____________.

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court ruled in the Oncale v. Sundowner Offshore Services case that same-sex harassment was illegal under the Civil Rights Act. This was a significant decision as it established that sexual harassment does not have to involve opposite sexes and that same-sex harassment is just as unlawful.

Question 18

The Ninth Circuit court decision regarding Spun Steak's rule ___________________________________________.

Accepted Answer

The Ninth Circuit court decision in Spun Steak's rule found that the plaintiffs, whose spoken language was a matter of choice, were unable to prove a disparate impact on the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment of a protected class. The court did not establish that English-only rules are a direct violation of Title VII, consider language as a BFOQ, or uphold the need for employee accommodations in regard to language. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 19

The Equal Pay Act allows pay differences due to ___________________.

Accepted Answer

The Equal Pay Act allows pay differences due to seniority, merit, and a system which measures earnings by quantity or quality of production. Therefore, all of the choices given are correct.

Question 20

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 covers the actions of private employers with _________ or more employees.

Accepted Answer

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 covers the actions of private employers with 20 or more employees.

Quiz 3: Legal Environment of Human Resource Management Equal Employment Opportunity