Question 1

A(n)______ is a court-ordered implied agreement to prevent one party in an action from benefiting at the expense of another party.
A) implied contract
B) express contract
C) quasi-contract
D) non-contract

Accepted Answer

A quasi-contract is a legal doctrine that applies in certain situations where a court will order an implied agreement to prevent one party from benefiting unjustly at the expense of another party. It is not a true contract, as it is not based on an actual agreement between the parties, but rather is imposed by the court to prevent unjust enrichment. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 2

______ was passed to give employees 60 days' advance notice in cases of plant closings or large-scale layoffs.
A) Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988 (WARN)
B) National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (NLRA-Wagner Act)
C) Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (LMRA-Taft-Hartley Act)
D) Labor Management Reporting Disclosure Act of 1959 (LMRDA-Landrum-Griffin Act)

Accepted Answer

The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988 (WARN) requires employers with 100 or more employees to give 60 days' advance notice in cases of plant closings or large-scale layoffs. This law was passed to give employees time to prepare for the loss of their jobs and to seek new employment opportunities.

Question 3

Acme Global is closing one of its plants immediately and laying off all 200 workers.As part of the closure,Acme Global will give each employee at the plant 60 days of pay and benefits.This will help Acme Global to be in compliance with the ______.
A) Railway Labor Act of 1926
B) National Labor Relations Act of 1935
C) Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988
D) Labor Management Reporting Disclosure Act of 1959

Accepted Answer

The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act of 1988 requires employers with more than 100 employees to provide 60 days of advance notice before a plant closing or mass layoff. In addition to advance notice, the employer must provide pay and benefits for the 60-day notification period. Acme Global's decision to provide 60 days of pay and benefits aligns with the requirements of the WARN Act. Options A, B and D do not apply to this situation.

Question 4

After a long interview process,Miguel called Joseph to offer him the job.Over the phone,Miguel described the pay and other benefits of the job.Joseph accepted the offer.The two now have a(n)______ contract.
A) express
B) implied
C) quasi
D) collective

Accepted Answer

An express contract is one in which the terms of the agreement are explicitly stated, either orally or in writing. In this case, Miguel offered Joseph the job over the phone and described the pay and benefits, which Joseph accepted. Therefore, they have an express contract.

Question 5

A ______ is an individual who tells an authoritative organization (such as a TV station or a government agency)outside the individual's own company about actions within the company that the individual believes to be illegal.
A) striker
B) layoff
C) coach
D) whistle-blower

Accepted Answer

A whistle-blower is an individual who informs an outside authority about illegal or unethical actions within their own company or organization. They may face retaliation or backlash from their employer for speaking out, but they are protected by certain laws and regulations in many countries.

Question 6

In the past,everyone who has taken on extra work in the department-such as organizing the canned food drive or participating in volunteer service days-has received an employee of the month award.Despite taking on the extra work,Kei has not received an award.Kei feels a(n)______ contract has been broken.
A) express
B) implied
C) quasi
D) collective

Accepted Answer

Kei's belief that he would receive an award for taking on extra work is an example of an implied contract, which is based on unwritten expectations and assumptions of the parties involved. The fact that others in the department have received awards for similar actions reinforces the belief that an implied contract exists.

Question 7

Antonia feels that her employer has interfered with the formation of a labor union at the company.If so,it is likely Antonia's employer has engaged in unfair labor practices under the ______.
A) Railway Labor Act of 1926
B) National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (Wagner Act)
C) Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (Taft-Hartley Act)
D) Labor Management Reporting Disclosure Act of 1959

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (Wagner Act) prohibits employers from interfering with employees' rights to form, join, or assist labor unions. It also prohibits employers from interfering with an employee's right to engage in concerted activities for the purpose of collective bargaining or other mutual aid or protection. Antonia's complaint about interference with the formation of a labor union suggests that her employer may have violated these provisions of the Wagner Act.

Question 8

A(n)______ is a transaction in which the agreement between two parties is specifically stated,whether orally or in writing.
A) non-contract
B) express contract
C) implied contract
D) quasi-contract

Accepted Answer

An express contract is a transaction in which the agreement between two parties is specifically stated, whether orally or in writing. This is in contrast to an implied contract, which is formed based on the behavior and circumstances of the parties, or a quasi-contract, which is a legal fiction used to prevent one party from unjustly enriching themselves at the expense of another. A non-contract is not a recognized legal term.

Question 9

Kiersten feels that her employer denied her a promotion to punish her for joining a labor union.If so,it is likely Kiersten's employer engaged in unfair labor practices under the ______.
A) Railway Labor Act of 1926
B) National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (Wagner Act)
C) Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (Taft-Hartley Act)
D) Labor Management Reporting Disclosure Act of 1959

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (Wagner Act) prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who engage in union activities, including denying promotions or other benefits. If Kiersten's employer did indeed deny her promotion as punishment for joining a labor union, it would likely be considered unfair labor practices under this act.

Question 10

The union has not filed copies of its constitution,bylaws,and annual financial reports with the federal government.The union is likely in violation of the ______.
A) Railway Labor Act of 1926
B) Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988
C) Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (Taft-Hartley Act)
D) Labor Management Reporting Disclosure Act of 1959

Accepted Answer

The Labor Management Reporting Disclosure Act of 1959, also known as the Landrum-Griffin Act, requires labor organizations to file copies of their constitution, bylaws, and annual financial reports with the federal government. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. The Railway Labor Act of 1926, the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988, and the Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 do not specifically address this requirement.

Question 11

The union would like to negotiate with management.However,management sent Brian as their representative.The union would prefer to work with Raghib.Therefore,the union is refusing to negotiate until management allows Raghib to be its representative.The union is likely in violation of the ______.
A) Railway Labor Act of 1926
B) National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (Wagner Act)
C) Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (Taft-Hartley Act)
D) Labor Management Reporting Disclosure Act of 1959

Accepted Answer

The Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (also known as the Taft-Hartley Act) prohibits unions from discriminating against or coercing an employer in the choice of its representatives for collective bargaining. By refusing to negotiate with Brian and insisting on Raghib, the union is essentially discriminating against Brian and violating the Taft-Hartley Act.

Question 12

Acme Global hired a contractor to replace all the carpeting in their executive offices.The company and the contractor agreed on a set price for the carpet installation.As the old carpet was removed,one of the Acme Global executives noticed that some subflooring needed replacing.He pointed it out to the contractor,who later fixed the subfloor along with the carpeting,under the assumption that this is what the company desired.The final bill to Acme Global included the original set price for the carpet installation plus the cost of replacing the subfloor.Even though the subfloor was outside the scope of the original contract,a court might find that Acme Global and the contractor have a ______ contract for the subfloor.
A) express
B) implied
C) quasi
D) collective

Accepted Answer

The answer of Acme Global hired a contractor to replace...

Question 13

Wynona met an old friend for lunch.During the meal,Wynona mentioned that her company needed some help on their tax reporting.Wynona's friend said that she was now an accounting consultant and had worked with many local organizations to streamline their tax reports.Wynona gave her a copy of the tax information for the company the next day and showed her friend what the issues were.A week later,Wynona's friend brought completed copies of the tax forms necessary for Wynona's company to her office.It would appear that Wynona created a(n)______ contract when she gave her friend the tax forms.
A) express
B) implied
C) quasi
D) collective

Accepted Answer

The answer of Wynona met an old friend for lunch.During...

Question 14

All first-line managers at Acme Global who have attended the organization's series of leadership training session have been promoted to middle management within a year.Karida attended the sessions but did not get promoted within a year's time.Karida feels a(n)______ contract was broken.
A) express
B) implied
C) quasi
D) collective

Accepted Answer

The situation describes an implied contract, where attending the leadership training sessions implies a promise of promotion to middle management within a year. This promise was not explicitly stated but was understood by attending the training sessions.

Question 15

______ was passed to offset some of the imbalance of power given to labor by previous laws and included a list of unfair practices by unions.
A) National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (NLRA-Wagner Act)
B) The Railway Labor Act of 1926 (RLA)
C) Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (LMRA-Taft-Hartley Act)
D) Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988 (WARN)

Accepted Answer

The Labor Management Relations Act of 1947, also known as the Taft-Hartley Act, was passed to offset some of the imbalance of power given to labor by previous laws such as the NLRA. It included a list of unfair labor practices by unions and restricted some of their activities such as secondary boycotts and closed shops.

Question 16

______ gave employees the right to unionize without fear of prosecution and identified unfair employer practices.
A) The Railway Labor Act of 1926 (RLA)
B) National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (NLRA-Wagner Act)
C) Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988 (WARN)
D) Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (LMRA-Taft-Hartley Act)

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Act of 1935, also known as the Wagner Act, gave employees the right to unionize without fear of prosecution and identified unfair employer practices. The Railway Labor Act of 1926 (A) specifically applied to the railroad and airline industries. The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988 (C) requires employers to give notice to employees of certain impending layoffs or plant closures. The Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (D), also known as the Taft-Hartley Act, placed certain restrictions on unions and allowed states to pass right-to-work laws.

Question 17

______ was passed to protect union members from corrupt or discriminatory union practices.
A) Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act of 1988 (WARN)
B) Labor Management Relations Act of 1947 (LMRA-Taft-Hartley Act)
C) National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (NLRA-Wagner Act)
D) Labor Management Reporting Disclosure Act of 1959 (LMRDA-Landrum-Griffin Act)

Accepted Answer

The Labor Management Reporting Disclosure Act of 1959 (LMRDA-Landrum-Griffin Act) was passed to protect union members from corrupt or discriminatory union practices by requiring unions to disclose financial and structural information to their members and to the government. Additionally, it created the position of the Union Trustee to monitor union finances and conduct investigations into allegations of corruption or misconduct.

Question 18

A ______ is a collective work stoppage by members of a union that is intended to put pressure on an employer.
A) layoff
B) whistle-blower
C) strike
D) paraphrase

Accepted Answer

A strike is a common tactic used by unions to negotiate with employers. During a strike, employees refuse to work until their demands, such as better wages or working conditions, are met. This work stoppage puts pressure on the employer to come to an agreement with the union. Layoffs are when an employer temporarily or permanently terminates an employee's employment, while a whistle-blower is someone who reports illegal or unethical behavior within an organization. Paraphrase is the act of restating something written or spoken in someone else's words.

Question 19

Annika signed a contract to work for Acme Global.The contract described the terms of her employment,including her pay and benefits.Annika signed a(n)______ contract.
A) express
B) implied
C) quasi
D) collective

Accepted Answer

Annika signed an express contract because the terms of her employment, including pay and benefits, were specifically described in the contract. An implied contract would require both parties to act in a certain way, but the terms are not necessarily explicitly stated. A quasi contract is not a true contract, but rather a legal remedy to prevent someone from unjustly benefiting from another's actions. A collective contract is an agreement negotiated between an employer and a group of employees, typically through a union.

Question 20

A(n)______ exists when parties form an agreement from their actions rather than from a specific oral or written agreement.
A) implied contract
B) express contract
C) personal contract
D) quasi-contract

Accepted Answer

An implied contract exists when parties form an agreement from their actions, conduct or circumstances, rather than from a specific oral or written agreement. The terms and conditions of the contract can be inferred from the parties' behavior or the nature of their relationship.

Quiz 10: Employee and Labor Relations

A(n) ______ is a court-ordered implied agreement to prevent one party in an action from benefiting at the expense of another party.

______ was passed to give employees 60 days' advance notice in cases of plant closings or large-scale layoffs.

Acme Global is closing one of its plants immediately and laying off all 200 workers.As part of the closure,Acme Global will give each employee at the plant 60 days of pay and benefits.This will help Acme Global to be in compliance with the ______.

After a long interview process,Miguel called Joseph to offer him the job.Over the phone,Miguel described the pay and other benefits of the job.Joseph accepted the offer.The two now have a(n) ______ contract.

A ______ is an individual who tells an authoritative organization (such as a TV station or a government agency) outside the individual's own company about actions within the company that the individual believes to be illegal.

Antonia feels that her employer has interfered with the formation of a labor union at the company.If so,it is likely Antonia's employer has engaged in unfair labor practices under the ______.

A(n) ______ is a transaction in which the agreement between two parties is specifically stated,whether orally or in writing.

Kiersten feels that her employer denied her a promotion to punish her for joining a labor union.If so,it is likely Kiersten's employer engaged in unfair labor practices under the ______.

The union has not filed copies of its constitution,bylaws,and annual financial reports with the federal government.The union is likely in violation of the ______.

The union would like to negotiate with management.However,management sent Brian as their representative.The union would prefer to work with Raghib.Therefore,the union is refusing to negotiate until management allows Raghib to be its representative.The union is likely in violation of the ______.

All first-line managers at Acme Global who have attended the organization's series of leadership training session have been promoted to middle management within a year.Karida attended the sessions but did not get promoted within a year's time.Karida feels a(n) ______ contract was broken.

______ was passed to offset some of the imbalance of power given to labor by previous laws and included a list of unfair practices by unions.

______ gave employees the right to unionize without fear of prosecution and identified unfair employer practices.

______ was passed to protect union members from corrupt or discriminatory union practices.

A ______ is a collective work stoppage by members of a union that is intended to put pressure on an employer.

Annika signed a contract to work for Acme Global.The contract described the terms of her employment,including her pay and benefits.Annika signed a(n) ______ contract.

A(n) ______ exists when parties form an agreement from their actions rather than from a specific oral or written agreement.