Question 1

Which of the following statements is not true of unscheduled absences?

Accepted Answer

Oversleeping is not the most socially acceptable reason for an unscheduled absence. There is no single most socially acceptable reason, as it can vary depending on the situation and culture of the company.

Question 2

Which of the following is not a major revision to the FMLA? (Revisions to the FMLA)

Accepted Answer

Parental leave is not a major revision to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA); it has been a core provision since the FMLA was enacted in 1993, allowing eligible employees to take unpaid, job-protected leave for the birth and care of a newborn child. The other options (A, C, D) represent significant revisions or clarifications to the FMLA to address evolving societal and military needs.

Question 3

Which of the following is true concerning the Family and Medical Leave Act? (Key Provisions)

Accepted Answer

To be eligible for FMLA, an employee has to have worked for at least 1250 hours in the previous 12 months for the employer covered by the law. The other options are incorrect as the FMLA does not guarantee paid leave, does not allow both spouses at the same employer to take leave for the same incident, and applies only to companies with 50 or more employees.

Question 4

This provision pays employees an amount equal to the unused vacation days based on regular daily earnings.(Vacation)

Accepted Answer

This provision is known as a cash-out, which means that the employee receives a payout or cash equivalent for their unused vacation days based on their regular daily earnings. A cash-over would refer to the excess amount of cash given to an employee, while carryover and carryout are not applicable in this context.

Question 5

This policy allows employees to schedule time-off without having to justify the reasons.(Integrated Paid Time-Off Policies or Paid Time-Off Banks)

Accepted Answer

The term "Integrated Paid Time-Off Policies" or "Paid Time-Off Banks" refers to a policy that combines all types of leave, such as vacation, sick days, and personal days, into one pool of paid time-off that employees can use for any reason without having to justify the need for that time off. Therefore, the best choice is D - Integrated paid time-off.

Question 6

Employees,of covered employers,qualify for FMLA leave when they meet the following qualifications.(Key Provisions)

Accepted Answer

Employees must work at least 1250 hours in the previous 12 months in order to qualify for FMLA leave. The other options listed are incorrect.

Question 7

Which of the following is true concerning FMLA provisions? (Leave Under the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993)

Accepted Answer

Employees taking leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 are entitled to up to twelve weeks of unpaid leave per year, but employers are required to continue providing healthcare coverage during that time. While some employers may offer paid leave as part of their benefits package, there is no requirement under the FMLA to provide paid time off.

Question 8

Which of the following statements is not true of telecommuting? (Telecommuting)

Accepted Answer

Telecommuting can be an option for both full-time and part-time employees.

Question 9

According to the Fair Labor Standards Act,employers must compensate employees for duties and activities indispensable to performing principal work activities.Which of the following is not a compensable nonproduction time? (Nonproduction Time)

Accepted Answer

Travel time driving to work is not considered compensable nonproduction time, as it is not directly related to the employee's principal work activities. The other options, preparation time, cleanup time, and rest periods shorter than 20 minutes, are all considered compensable nonproduction time if they are indispensable to performing the employee's principal work activities.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is not true of companies' treatment of religious holidays? (Holidays)

Accepted Answer

The statement that the FLSA established guidelines for companies to honor employee wishes to observe religious holidays is not true. The FLSA does not specifically address religious holidays, but does require companies to pay non-exempt employees for any hours worked, including those worked on religious holidays. It is up to each individual company to establish their own policies and guidelines for religious holiday observance.

Question 11

When considering flexible work arrangements,the ______ enables employees to vary the number of daily work hours,as long as they maintain the regular number of work hours on a weekly basis.(Flextime Schedules)

Accepted Answer

The "banking hours feature" allows employees to vary their daily work hours while ensuring they meet the required weekly total, which is a key aspect of flextime schedules.

Question 12

Define a sabbatical leave,then list and briefly describe the five common types of sabbatical leaves in the United States.(Sabbatical Leave)

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

According to FMLA guidelines,employees must give how much notice for a scheduled unpaid leave? (Key Provisions)

Accepted Answer

According to FMLA guidelines, employees must give at least 30 days' notice for a scheduled unpaid leave, unless it is not possible for them to do so in which case they should give notice as soon as possible.

Question 14

This Act gives individuals the right to employment by the company they worked for prior to military service.(Military Leave)

Accepted Answer

The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) grants certain employment and reemployment rights and protections to individuals who have served in the military. One of these rights is the right to be reemployed by their previous employer after completing their military service.

Question 15

List and briefly define the three most common flexible work arrangements.(Flexible Work Arrangements)

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

This term is used to describe policies that allow employees to take unused vacation time at a later time.(Vacation)

Accepted Answer

Carryover provisions allow employees to carry over their unused vacation time from one year to the next. This is different from cash-out provisions, which allow employees to be paid for their unused vacation time, and integration provisions, which refer to the coordination of vacation time with other types of leave. Carry-out provisions is not a commonly used term in the context of vacation policies.

Question 17

Which of the following sabbaticals allows employees with the opportunity to undertake significant public service,either in the local community or in other areas important to the company? (Sabbatical Leave)

Accepted Answer

Social Service Leave allows employees to use their skills and expertise to make a positive impact on the community or other areas important to the company.

Question 18

List the most common paid time off practices.(Paid Time-Off Practices)

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

Which of the following statements is true of flexible work arrangements? (Flexible Work Arrangements)

Accepted Answer

Flexible work arrangements are designed to provide opportunities for employees to balance work and non-work demands or interests. This can include options such as flexible scheduling, telecommuting, part-time work, or job sharing. Option B is incorrect as research suggests that over half of companies now offer flexible work arrangements in some form. Option C is partly correct as compressed workweek schedules and telecommuting are two common flexible work arrangements, but there are many other options available. Option D is incorrect as flexible work arrangements can have numerous benefits for both employees and employers, such as increased job satisfaction, productivity, and work-life balance.

Question 20

NOT allowing a Jewish employee to observe Hanukah would be a direct violation of which law? (Holidays)

Accepted Answer

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination based on religion in the workplace, including denying employees the ability to observe their religious holidays.

Quiz 8: Paid Time-Off and Flexible Work Schedule Benefits