EEOC Definition of Sexual Harassment

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When is sexual conduct considered unwelcome?

Only when it is explicitly stated as unwelcome by the individual.

Whenever the person who experiences it considers it unwelcome. (correct)

When it is conducted by a superior in the workplace.

When it is done in private without any witnesses.

In what circumstances is submission to sexual conduct considered unwelcome?

If it is done jokingly and not with harmful intent.

When it is known by all colleagues in the workplace.

Only when it results in immediate termination from employment.

When it affects an individual's work performance or creates an offensive working environment. (correct)

What does the EEOC define as sexual harassment in its guidelines?

Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature regardless of consent. (correct)

Non-verbal conduct that may cause discomfort in the workplace.

Behavior that is awkward but not necessarily unwelcome.

Consensual sexual conduct between individuals in the workplace.

Which of the following is considered sexual harassment according to the text?

Unwanted pressure for dates. Signup and view all the answers

What type of conduct is mentioned as creating an intimidating or hostile work environment?

Unwanted deliberate touching. Signup and view all the answers

What does the text emphasize about the interpretation of unwelcome behavior?

'Unwelcome' is based on the perception of the person who experiences the behavior. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following behaviors is NOT classified as sexual harassment according to the text?

Giving personal gifts. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of women globally have faced sexual harassment according to national studies?

81% Signup and view all the answers

Among 310 reports of sexual harassment, how many resulted in arrests?

50 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason women respondents cited for not reporting violence and harassment at work?

Fear of retaliation Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of men have experienced violence and harassment at work nationally?

22% Signup and view all the answers

What group is stated to be 7 times more likely to be sexually assaulted?

People with intellectual disabilities Signup and view all the answers

EEOC Definition of Sexual Harassment

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