Question 1

The _____ requires employers to complete I-9 forms for each employee.

Accepted Answer

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to complete Form I-9 for each employee hired in order to verify their identity and employment authorization. The other options listed do not include this requirement.

Question 2

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 is applicable to _____.

Accepted Answer

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 applies to all employers, regardless of the number of employees, as it requires them to verify the employment eligibility of all employees.

Question 3

Employee referral:

Accepted Answer

Employee referral programs reward employees for recommending potential candidates for open positions within the company. This helps to attract top talent and can also increase employee engagement and retention.

Question 4

_____ allows you to search a resume database or post a job description on the Web.

Accepted Answer

Internet recruiting is the practice of using the internet to find, attract, and hire prospective employees. This includes searching resume databases and posting job descriptions online. Crowdfunding is a method of financing a project or venture through small contributions from a large number of people. Employee referral is a program in which current employees recommend candidates for job openings. Benchmarking is the process of comparing one's business processes and performance metrics to industry bests or best practices in order to identify improvement opportunities.

Question 5

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibits employment discrimination against individuals who are _____ years old and older.

Accepted Answer

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) prohibits employment discrimination against individuals who are 40 years old and older.

Question 6

Which among the following federal employment laws requires employers to give 60 days advance warning prior to a plant shutdown or layoff of 50 or more employees?

Accepted Answer

The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers with 100 or more employees to provide 60 days advance notice of a plant shutdown or mass layoff affecting 50 or more employees. This gives employees time to prepare for the loss of employment and find new job opportunities. The other laws listed do not have provisions specifically related to plant shutdowns or layoff notifications.

Question 7

The Americans with Disabilities Act:

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act requires that employers make reasonable accommodation for limitations of qualified applicants or employees unless to do so creates undue hardship. This refers to providing necessary accommodations to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job or to participate in the application process.

B is incorrect because while the ADA prohibits discrimination based on disability, it does not cover discrimination based on the other characteristics listed.

C is incorrect because while the ADA covers discrimination based on disability and prohibits national origin discrimination, it does not cover discrimination based on citizenship status.

D is incorrect because while the Employee Polygraph Protection Act prohibits employers from using polygraph results as the sole basis for employment actions, it is not a part of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Question 8

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986:

Accepted Answer

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 prohibits the hiring of unauthorized aliens. This law makes it illegal for employers to knowingly hire, recruit, or refer for a fee individuals who are not authorized to work in the United States. It also requires employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all employees hired after November 6, 1986, by completing Form I-9, which verifies the employee's identity and employment eligibility.

Question 9

_____ refers to the trial period in which an employee has temporary status before a formal offer to work full time is presented.

Accepted Answer

The probationary period is a trial period where an employee's performance and compatibility with the company's culture are assessed before a formal offer of full-time employment is presented. During this period, both the employer and employee have a chance to evaluate if the job is a good fit.

Question 10

Which of the following is true of a probationary period?

Accepted Answer

A probationary period can be applied to both full-time and part-time employees, and there is no restriction on small businesses in using such periods. The duration of the probationary period is usually determined by the employer or the company's policy but can also be regulated by state laws.

Question 11

_____ is a relatively low-cost,although time-intensive,method of recruiting in which people connect with colleagues,business professionals,friends,vendors they have strong relationships with,alumni,and advisory board members.

Accepted Answer

Networking is the method described, as it involves leveraging personal and professional connections to find potential job candidates, which can be time-intensive but often incurs lower costs compared to other recruiting methods.

Question 12

Which of the following federal employment laws requires the payment of same wages to males and females for work requiring equal skill,effort,and responsibility in similar working conditions?

Accepted Answer

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) includes the Equal Pay Act, which mandates equal pay for equal work regardless of gender.

Question 13

The match between the needs,expectations,and culture of the small business with the expectations and the skills of the individual employee is called:

Accepted Answer

The term that best describes the match between the needs, expectations, and culture of a small business with the expectations and skills of an individual employee is employee fit. This refers to the compatibility between the employee and the organization in terms of their values, attitudes, goals, and work approach. Employee fit is an important concept in talent management and recruitment, as it can ensure that the organization and the employee are aligned in their objectives and can work together effectively. The other options, such as employee referral, job description, and job analysis, are related to the recruitment and selection process but do not capture the idea of employee fit.

Question 14

Which of the following is true of the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is only applicable to employers with 15 or more employees. This means that if an employer has fewer than 15 employees, they are not covered by the ADA.

Question 15

Which among the following federal employment laws requires employers to implement an affirmative action plan for hiring and promoting females and minorities?

Accepted Answer

Executive Order No. 11246 requires federal contractors and subcontractors who do over $10,000 in business with the government to implement affirmative action plans for hiring and promoting females and minorities.

Question 16

Which of the following is a feature of Internet recruiting in small businesses?

Accepted Answer

Internet recruiting in small businesses often use various job search websites and social media platforms, which can increase the accuracy of the job search process by allowing businesses to target specific skill sets, qualifications, and demographics.

Question 17

Which of the following is a disadvantage of hiring a full-time employee?

Accepted Answer

Hiring a full-time employee can be expensive due to costs associated with training, taxes, and accounting. These costs can be avoided by outsourcing work or hiring part-time or contract workers.

Question 18

Which of the following federal employment laws prohibits discrimination with respect to any condition of employment based on race,color,sex,religion,or national origin,except where religion,sex,or national origin is a bona fide occupational qualification which is reasonably necessary to the conduct of a particular business?

Accepted Answer

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 specifically prohibits discrimination in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. There is an exception for situations where religion, sex, or national origin could be considered a bona fide occupational qualification, but this exception is very narrow and limited. The other laws mentioned in the options do not specifically address employment discrimination based on these factors.

Question 19

The Family and Medical Leave Act requires employers to give employees up to _____ weeks leave,paid or unpaid,without loss of position,seniority,or benefits,for a qualifying condition or event.

Accepted Answer

The Family and Medical Leave Act requires employers to give employees up to 12 weeks leave, paid or unpaid, without loss of position, seniority, or benefits, for a qualifying condition or event.

Question 20

Which of the following is true of full-time employees?

Accepted Answer

Full-time employees provide a business with significant resources as they can work for longer hours, which can lead to increased production and sales.

Quiz 19: Human Resource Management: Small Business Considerations