Question 1

Darin,the human resources manager of a local firm,makes sure that the firm is paying men and women the same if they are doing the same job.The legal constraint that he is abiding by is the

Accepted Answer

The Equal Pay Act prohibits gender-based wage discrimination between men and women in the same establishment who perform jobs that require substantially equal skill, effort, and responsibility under similar working conditions. Darin, the human resources manager, is ensuring that the firm is complying with this legal requirement.

Question 2

You are reading a document with the following information: "Workers will work in an office environment using a computer.Some lifting will be involved but will not exceed five pounds." You are reading part of a job

Accepted Answer

The document describes the tasks and requirements of a job, indicating it is a job description.

Question 3

On which basis does current employment law permit an employer to pay different amounts to workers on the same job?

Accepted Answer

Current employment law permits an employer to pay different amounts to workers on the same job based on performance. This allows employers to reward employees who perform better or who have a higher level of productivity. Age, certain forms of handicap, nationality, and religious preference are all protected categories under employment law and it is illegal to make pay distinctions based on these factors.

Question 4

Howard has a six month old son.Howard is thankful for the ____ every time he pushes a stroller down a ramp or has more space in a store.The act has helped a broad range of people.

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that buildings and facilities be accessible to people with disabilities. This includes features like ramps, wider doorways, and accessible stalls in restrooms. Howard is likely grateful for the ADA every time he is able to easily navigate with his stroller or has more space in a store, which would not be possible without the accessibility requirements mandated by the ADA.

Question 5

Which of the following laws gives the president the authority to seek a court injunction to force striking unions to go back to work for 80 days when,in the president's opinion,the strike endangers the health and safety of the nation?

Accepted Answer

The Labor-Management Relations Act (also known as the Taft-Hartley Act) gives the president the authority to seek a court injunction to force striking unions to go back to work for 80 days when, in the president's opinion, the strike endangers the health and safety of the nation. This law was passed in 1947 and amended the National Labor Relations Act (Wagner Act) of 1935.

Question 6

A beer company used ____ to fire an employee for drinking a competitor's beer in public.Courts are increasingly ruling against such a justification for firing an employee.

Accepted Answer

The beer company used the "employment-at-will" doctrine to justify firing the employee. However, courts are increasingly ruling against such a justification and limiting the scope of employment-at-will.

Question 7

Which of the following actions would violate the intent of the Equal Pay Act?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following actions would violate...

Question 8

Which of the following laws requires management to bargain in good faith with the designated employee representatives?

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Relations Act (Wagner Act) requires management to bargain in good faith with the designated employee representatives.

Question 9

Which of the following labor laws increases management's rights during union organizing campaigns?

Accepted Answer

The Labor-Management Relations Act (also known as the Taft-Hartley Act) was passed in 1947 and amends the National Labor Relations Act (also known as the Wagner Act). The Taft-Hartley Act included provisions that increased management's rights during union organizing campaigns, such as allowing employers to hold mandatory anti-union meetings and giving employers the ability to seek injunctions against strikes that threaten national health or safety. The other options listed do not specifically address management's rights during union organizing campaigns.

Question 10

The systematic collection and recording of information about jobs in the organization is known as

Accepted Answer

Job analysis is the process of systematically gathering and recording information about the job's duties, responsibilities, necessary skills, outcomes, and work environment. This information is used to create job descriptions and specifications, to evaluate job worth, and to determine appropriate compensation.

Question 11

Legislation that places constraints on the selection of employees includes

Accepted Answer

Both Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Age Discrimination Act place constraints on the selection of employees by prohibiting discrimination based on factors such as age, race, gender, religion, and national origin. The Fair Labor Standards Act, on the other hand, establishes minimum wage and overtime pay standards for employees. While this act affects employment practices, it does not directly address the selection of employees. Therefore, the best choice is D, which includes only the two acts that specifically address the selection of employees.

Question 12

Harriet has a drinking problem.After a drinking-related incident at work,she sought treatment.Courts are increasingly ruling that her condition is covered under the

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment. Substance abuse disorders are recognized as a disability under the ADA, provided that the individual is not currently using drugs or alcohol and is instead in treatment or has successfully completed treatment. In this case, Harriet sought treatment after a drinking-related incident at work, and her condition is therefore covered under the ADA.

Question 13

Marty works at a call center.Last week he worked 48 hours.According to the ____,he should receive overtime for the time he worked in addition to his regular 40-hour shift.

Accepted Answer

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay overtime to non-exempt employees who work more than 40 hours per week. Marty worked 48 hours, which exceeds the standard 40-hour workweek, so he should receive overtime pay for the additional 8 hours worked. Therefore, the FLSA is the relevant law in this situation.

Question 14

Which of the following information is included in a job description?

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Question 15

The ____ requires payment of overtime to employees who work more than 40 hours per week.

Accepted Answer

The Fair Labor Standards Act requires payment of overtime at a rate of at least one and a half times the regular rate of pay for employees who work more than 40 hours per week. The Equal Pay Act prohibits gender-based wage discrimination, the Workmen's Compensation Act provides benefits to employees who are injured on the job, and the National Labor Relations Act (Wagner Act) and the Labor-Management Relations Act (Taft-Hartley Act) regulate labor relations and collective bargaining.

Question 16

Eduardo developed brain cancer.His wife accompanied him to Boston where he received experimental surgery.The ability to leave her job and know that it would be hers when she returned was made possible by the

Accepted Answer

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993 allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave each year for specified family and medical reasons, including the serious illness of a spouse. The act also requires that the employee's job be protected and that they be able to return to their position or an equivalent position upon their return. This law enabled Eduardo's wife to take time off from work to accompany him to his surgery, knowing that her job would still be there when she returned.

Question 17

A company that requires everyone working on a computer to use a gel hand rest would be in accordance with the

Accepted Answer

The requirement to use a gel hand rest is related to ergonomics and the prevention of repetitive strain injuries, which fall under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) standards for workplace safety. The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) pertains to collective bargaining and union activity, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) governs minimum wage and overtime requirements, the Labor-Management Relations Act (LMRA) regulates labor-management relations, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991 prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics.

Question 18

If you are required by the courts or other directives to have an affirmative action plan,which of the following actions must you take?

Accepted Answer

If required to have an affirmative action plan, the best action is to actively recruit minorities to eventually have a labor force that is representative of the relevant labor market. This is the primary goal of affirmative action, to promote diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace. The other choices are not appropriate actions for complying with affirmative action requirements.

Question 19

An African American surgeon on a Chicago hospital staff was admitted to the internship program because of his race,even though he had lower grades and test scores than other applicants.This acceptance,which was mandated by the government,indicates that the hospital used

Accepted Answer

The scenario describes a situation where an African American surgeon was admitted to the internship program due to his race, even though he had lower grades and test scores than other applicants. This scenario indicates the use of affirmative action, which provides preferential treatment to groups that have been historically disadvantaged or discriminated against. The hospital was likely required to implement affirmative action as mandated by government regulations or policies aimed at promoting social justice and equal opportunity.

Question 20

While some employers are upset by regulations that set the legal limit on how far apart the risers on a ladder can be,OSHA safety standards are intended to

Accepted Answer

OSHA safety standards are intended to prevent on-the-job accidents, including but not limited to ladder-related accidents. The regulations regarding ladder riser distance are in place to ensure that employees are using safe equipment that reduces the risk of falls and other accidents.

Quiz 14: Managing Human Resources in Organizations