Is an employer prohibited by law from asking certain questions on an application form?
A)Yes, laws and regulations prohibit most types of inquiries on application forms.
B)Yes, court decisions have established that certain questions cannot be asked on an application form.
C)No, an employer can ask any questions but may bear the burden of proof if discrimination is charged.
D)No, an employer can ask any questions since the burden of proof falls on the plaintiff.

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Court decisions and laws such as the Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act restrict employers from asking certain questions that could lead to discrimination.

Is an Employer Prohibited by Law from Asking Certain Questions