Katie and Tom Are Two Peers Who Are Rumored to Secretly

Multiple Choice

Katie and Tom are two peers who are rumored to secretly be seeing each other outside work. Which of the following statements is true regarding this scenario?

A) This represents a hostile work environment, and the two employees should be disciplined accordingly.
B) This represents a quid pro quo, and the employees should be counseled by human resources to cease any relationship outside work.
C) This scenario does not represent an issue with sexual harassment based on EEOC guidelines.
D) Katie and Tom should be interviewed separately by either their managers and/or human resources to see if any untoward behavior or motives are present.