Workplace Right and Laws Answers

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Companies can refuse to pay women workers who are new to the company the same wage as male workers who have been there for a number of years.

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T
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Working conditions in the United States in the early 1900’s can best be described as _____.

A
Beneficial
B
Atrocious
C
Rewarding
D
Simple
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To be guilty of sexual harassment, the offender needs to understand that they are making someone uncomfortable.

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T
B
F
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Explain the significance and impact of the American with Disabilities Act on businesses in the United States.

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Businesses can legally employ only those workers who

A
Were born in the United States
B
Have immigrated to the United States before 2001
C
Can show proof of eligibility to work in the United States
D
Are willing to work for the accepted wages
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When Cindy asked Luis for a date twelve times, and was refused each time, it was sexual harassment.

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T
B
F
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Many union strikes in the early 1900’s were characterized by _____.

A
Peaceful resolutions
B
Violent conflicts
C
Accommodating management
D
Sympathetic government
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Why are labor unions able to negotiate effectively with companies where individual workers can’t?

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Read the following situation and decide whether or not anyone in the situation commits sexual harassment. Justify your judgement:“Kylie is Hector’s boss. Hector is attracted to Kylie and asks her on a date. Kylie, although flattered, turns Hector down. He feels a little hurt, but doesn’t bring it up again. Kylie, speaking with both male and female coworkers, describes Hector’s proposal and makes a joke about the lack of romantic prospects in his future. Hector hears about this conversation a week later.”

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All businesses are required to make sure that the disabled can ______.

A
Afford the things they need to buy
B
Easily access all areas of the business
C
Find a job that meets their needs
D
Be approved for store credit cards

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