Suspensions:
A) must always be given before discharge.
B) typically average three months in length according to one study.
C) are less serious than "oral warnings" because they do not become a permanent part of the employee's work record.
D) are disciplinary lay-offs without pay.
E) typically are the step after discharge.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Suspensions are disciplinary lay-offs without pay, so choice D is the correct option. Choices A, B, and E are incorrect as they provide inaccurate information. Choice C is also incorrect as suspensions can become a permanent part of an employee's work record.