Question 1

If an employer violates the EPPA, a job applicant cannot sue the employer for punitive damages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Private firms are entitled to conduct random drugs tests on their employees.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Even when a mass layoff results from an unforeseeable business event WARN required employers to give sixty days' notice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

When suing on the basis of disparate impact, no intent to discriminate need be shown.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is likely to be construed as a hostile work environment under the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

Accepted Answer

A) A factory with loud and dangerous heavy machinery 
B) A chemical factory where employees are daily exposed to harmful chemicals 
C) An office which provides lower pay to a particular racial group 
D) An airport control tower where one has to control a constant stream of flights 
A) A factory with loud and dangerous heavy machinery 
B) A chemical factory where employees are daily exposed to harmful chemicals 
C) An office which provides lower pay to a particular racial group 
D) An airport control tower where one has to control a constant stream of flights

Question 6

While interviewing for a job, Jim at first refused to submit to a polygraph test requested by the employer. When the employer stated that Jim would not be hired without the polygraph, Jim submitted. Which of the following is likely to be true in this case?

Accepted Answer

A) The employer can get damages if the polygraph determines Jim lied during the interview. 
B) The employer may legally discriminate against an interviewee on the basis of a polygraph. 
C) Jim may recover against the employer for coercing him to take the test. 
D) Jim cannot take action against the employer since he willingly agreed. 
A) The employer can get damages if the polygraph determines Jim lied during the interview. 
B) The employer may legally discriminate against an interviewee on the basis of a polygraph. 
C) Jim may recover against the employer for coercing him to take the test. 
D) Jim cannot take action against the employer since he willingly agreed.

Question 7

Courts have held that requiring a blood test for AIDS is not a search and seizure under the Fourth Amendment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 does not apply to private corporations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

​ Which of the following is considered a fair labor practice by a union?

Accepted Answer

A) Refusal to bargain collectively with the employer 
B) Barring a worker from the union for refusal to pay excessive initiation fees 
C) Picketing an employer to force bargaining with an uncertified union 
D) Barring a worker from the union for nonpayment of dues 
A) Refusal to bargain collectively with the employer 
B) Barring a worker from the union for refusal to pay excessive initiation fees 
C) Picketing an employer to force bargaining with an uncertified union 
D) Barring a worker from the union for nonpayment of dues

Question 10

In all the states, employers are allowed to use genetic information gathered from DNA tests while hiring a person.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The Family and Medical Leave Act allows an employee to take an unpaid leave of up to twelve workweeks in a twelve-month period because of a serious health condition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

An employer may not discriminate against a person with an impairment who is unable to perform a specific job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What are some of the reasons an employer could legally seek an employee's DNA?

Accepted Answer

DNA samples could be useful in a number

Question 14

A hostile work environment exists when harassing conduct alters the terms or conditions of employment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A is any group given protection by antidiscrimination laws, such as groups based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Accepted Answer

A) disparate class 
B) racial group 
C) sectional group 
D) protected class 
A) disparate class 
B) racial group 
C) sectional group 
D) protected class

Question 16

Which of the following best describes disparate treatment?

Accepted Answer

A) It is intentional discrimination by an employer against a particular race. 
B) It is special treatment intentionally provided to those with disabilities. 
C) It is the unintentional perception of an employer about employees with disabilities. 
D) It is the unintentional perception of an employer against an individual. 
A) It is intentional discrimination by an employer against a particular race. 
B) It is special treatment intentionally provided to those with disabilities. 
C) It is the unintentional perception of an employer about employees with disabilities. 
D) It is the unintentional perception of an employer against an individual.

Question 17

Which of the following is likely to be governed under the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

Accepted Answer

A) Dan selling a house to Ben on condition that he accepts a lower price 
B) Ann making a contract with Ben who is mentally ill 
C) Dan refusing to hire Ann on the grounds of sex 
D) Dan purchasing a motorcycle from Ben who is a minor 
A) Dan selling a house to Ben on condition that he accepts a lower price 
B) Ann making a contract with Ben who is mentally ill 
C) Dan refusing to hire Ann on the grounds of sex 
D) Dan purchasing a motorcycle from Ben who is a minor

Question 18

Private employers may not create smoking restrictions for their employees while on the job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In which of the following situationsdoes The Family and Medical Leave Act allow an employee to take an unpaid leave of up to twelve workweeks in a twelve-month period?

Accepted Answer

A) In cases of the birth of a daughter's child 
B) In cases of sickness or a serious health condition of an employee's spouse 
C) In cases of a serious health condition of a blood relative in the military 
D) In cases of an overdue holiday for the employee 
A) In cases of the birth of a daughter's child 
B) In cases of sickness or a serious health condition of an employee's spouse 
C) In cases of a serious health condition of a blood relative in the military 
D) In cases of an overdue holiday for the employee

Question 20

Which of the following is an acceptable collection of DNA samples?

Accepted Answer

A) An employer collects employees' DNA to determine genetic defects 
B) An employer collects DNA to identify an employee's racial background 
C) A police officer collects a DNA sample from someone to determine racial background 
D) A police officer collects a DNA sample from a convicted criminal for a federal database 
A) An employer collects employees' DNA to determine genetic defects 
B) An employer collects DNA to identify an employee's racial background 
C) A police officer collects a DNA sample from someone to determine racial background 
D) A police officer collects a DNA sample from a convicted criminal for a federal database

Exam 28: Employees Rights

If an employer violates the EPPA, a job applicant cannot sue the employer for punitive damages.

Private firms are entitled to conduct random drugs tests on their employees.

Even when a mass layoff results from an unforeseeable business event WARN required employers to give sixty days' notice.

When suing on the basis of disparate impact, no intent to discriminate need be shown.

Which of the following is likely to be construed as a hostile work environment under the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

While interviewing for a job, Jim at first refused to submit to a polygraph test requested by the employer. When the employer stated that Jim would not be hired without the polygraph, Jim submitted. Which of the following is likely to be true in this case?

Courts have held that requiring a blood test for AIDS is not a search and seizure under the Fourth Amendment.

The federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 does not apply to private corporations.

​ Which of the following is considered a fair labor practice by a union?

In all the states, employers are allowed to use genetic information gathered from DNA tests while hiring a person.

The Family and Medical Leave Act allows an employee to take an unpaid leave of up to twelve workweeks in a twelve-month period because of a serious health condition.

An employer may not discriminate against a person with an impairment who is unable to perform a specific job.

What are some of the reasons an employer could legally seek an employee's DNA?

A hostile work environment exists when harassing conduct alters the terms or conditions of employment.

A is any group given protection by antidiscrimination laws, such as groups based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Which of the following best describes disparate treatment?

Which of the following is likely to be governed under the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

Private employers may not create smoking restrictions for their employees while on the job.

In which of the following situationsdoes The Family and Medical Leave Act allow an employee to take an unpaid leave of up to twelve workweeks in a twelve-month period?

Which of the following is an acceptable collection of DNA samples?

Introduction to Law

Courts and Court Procedures

Business Torts and Crimes

Government Regulation of Business

Nature and Classes of Contracts

Offer and Acceptance

Capacity to Contract

Consideration

Defective Agreements

Illegal Agreements

Written Contracts

Third Parties and Contracts

Termination of Contracts

Nature of Personal Property

Special Bailments

Sales of Personal Property

Formalities of a Sale

Transfer of Title and Risk in Sales Contracts

Warranties Product Liability and Consumer Protection

Nature of Negotiable Instruments

Essentials of Negotiability

Promissory Notes and Drafts

Negotiation and Discharge

Liabilities of Parties, Holders in Due Course and Defenses

Nature and Creation of an Agency

Operation and Termination of an Agency

Employer and Employee Relations

Introduction to Business Organizations

Creation and Operation of a Partnership

Dissolution of a Partnership

Nature of a Corporation

Ownership of a Corporation

Management and Dissolution of a Corporation

Principles of Insurance

Types of Insurance

Security Devices

Bankruptcy

Nature of Real Property

Transfer of Real Property

Real Estate Mortgages

Landlord and Tenant

Wills Inheritances and Trust

Filters

Which of the following is considered a fair labor practice by a union?