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Which type of agreement requires an advantage for the person signing it?

Employment contracts

What is the main difference between an employee and an independent contractor?

Employees have specific hours and work conditions, while independent contractors are responsible for their own taxes.

Which type of agreement prevents someone from revealing a company's internal processes to another business?

Trade secrets

Which factors must be considered when determining the need for an affirmative action program for women?

The number of minorities employed and unemployed, together with the respective percentages Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between quotas and affirmative action plans?

Quotas require the hiring of a fixed percentage of women or minorities without regard to qualification, while affirmative action plans require that qualified women and minorities be hired Signup and view all the answers

Is it lawful for an employer to hire qualified women and minorities over white men who are more qualified?

Yes, it is lawful for an employer to hire qualified women and minorities over white men who are more qualified Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following criteria determines if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

The plan's duration is limited Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can individuals claim race discrimination if their employment is adversely affected?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

When is an employer required to take corrective action in response to a complaint of racial harassment?

If the employer finds a reasonable basis for believing that the harassment exists Signup and view all the answers

Under which amendment to the U.S. Constitution are individuals guaranteed the equal protection of the laws?

Fourteenth Amendment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors must be considered when determining the need for an affirmative action program for women?

The number of minorities employed and unemployed Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an affirmative action plan?

To achieve equal employment opportunity Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between quotas and affirmative action plans?

Quotas require hiring without regard to qualification, while affirmative action plans require hiring qualified individuals Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can an employer hire qualified women and minorities over more qualified white men?

Only if the women and minorities are more qualified than the white men Signup and view all the answers

What must be achieved following reasonable timetables in an affirmative action plan?

Goals Signup and view all the answers

Are affirmative action plans designed to remain indefinitely to maintain equilibrium?

No, affirmative action plans are not designed to remain indefinitely Signup and view all the answers

Can existing employees be placed in jeopardy regarding termination or disciplinary action in an affirmative action plan?

No, existing employees cannot be placed in jeopardy Signup and view all the answers

Is it lawful for an employer to hire qualified women and minorities over white men who are equally qualified?

Yes, it is lawful Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of measuring the rate of success in an affirmative action plan?

To determine the effectiveness of the plan Signup and view all the answers

What criteria determines if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

The minority population in the area Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a criteria for determining if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

The plan creates a balance in the workforce that would not have existed absent discrimination. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of reverse discrimination?

When the affirmative action plan is unfair to white males by selecting unqualified women and minorities over them. Signup and view all the answers

In what situations can individuals claim race discrimination if their employment is adversely affected?

When they associate with the initial targets of discrimination or advocate for their protection. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of racial harassment in the workplace?

When conduct based on race creates a hostile work environment impairing the victimized employee's ability to do their job. Signup and view all the answers

When must an employee notify the employer if they claim racial harassment by a coworker?

When an employee claims they are being racially harassed by a coworker. Signup and view all the answers

Under which amendment to the U.S. Constitution are individuals guaranteed the equal protection of the laws?

The Fourteenth Amendment Signup and view all the answers

Which law places monetary limitations on the recovery of compensatory and punitive damages?

Title VII Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between Title VII and The Reconstruction Era Act?

Title VII applies to employers with 15 or more employees, while The Reconstruction Era Act applies to all employees. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of discrimination may exist when favoritism occurs between people of mixed races or people of the same race with different color pigmentation?

Color discrimination Signup and view all the answers

Is it lawful for an employer to hire qualified women and minorities over white men who are more qualified?

Yes, if the affirmative action plan is remedial in nature. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a criteria for determining if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

The plan's duration is limited to the achievement of its objective. Signup and view all the answers

Under which amendment to the U.S. Constitution are individuals guaranteed the equal protection of the laws?

Fourteenth Amendment Signup and view all the answers

When an employee claims racial harassment by a co-worker, what must the employer do?

Investigate the complaint in a timely fashion Signup and view all the answers

Which type of discrimination may exist when favoritism occurs between people of mixed races or people of the same race with different color pigmentation?

Color discrimination Signup and view all the answers

Which law places monetary limitations on the recovery of compensatory and punitive damages?

Title VII Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors must be considered when determining the need for an affirmative action program for minorities?

The number of minorities employed and unemployed Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of measuring the rate of success in an affirmative action plan?

To assess the effectiveness of the plan Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can an employer hire qualified women and minorities over more qualified white men?

When the employer wants to promote equal employment opportunity Signup and view all the answers

What criteria determines if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

The availability of other minorities in the organization Signup and view all the answers

Are affirmative action plans designed to remain indefinitely to maintain equilibrium?

No, they are only temporary measures Signup and view all the answers

Which political party founded the KKK and other organizations after the Civil War?

Democrats Signup and view all the answers

Which political party shepherded the Civil Rights Bill in the House and Senate?

Republicans Signup and view all the answers

How many Democrats in the Senate blocked the Civil Rights Bill for 54 days?

18 Signup and view all the answers

What is the vote in the Senate by Democrats on the Civil Rights Bill?

46-21 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for an arbitration process to be enforceable?

The arbitration agreement must be written in simplified terms. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an arbitrator in the arbitration process?

To grant awards based on a factual determination. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue surrounding the use of arbitration in employment disputes?

Whether the employer's statutory rights are adequately protected. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of mediation in resolving disputes?

Mediation allows parties to reach a solution that they find agreeable. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a reason why employers prefer arbitration over litigation?

Arbitration avoids the possibility of huge jury awards. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA)?

To encourage the use of voluntary arbitration agreements. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of mediation in resolving disputes?

Mediation can lead to creative solutions and accommodations. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for an arbitration process to be enforceable?

The arbitration provision must deny due process. Signup and view all the answers

Under which amendment to the U.S. Constitution are individuals guaranteed the equal protection of the laws?

Fourteenth Amendment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for an arbitration process to be enforceable?

The purpose and scope of the arbitration agreement must be clearly stated. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an arbitrator in the arbitration process?

To examine documents and listen to testimony, then grant an award based on a factual determination. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue surrounding the use of arbitration in employment disputes?

Whether the employer’s statutory rights are adequately protected. Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, which political party shepherded the Civil Rights Bill in the House and Senate?

Republicans Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees individuals the equal protection of the laws?

14th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

Which law prohibits pay discrimination based on sex and protects employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, and sex?

Title VII Act Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances is it lawful for an employer to discriminate against a Communist?

Always Signup and view all the answers

Employment Contracts

Questions and Answers

Which type of agreement requires an advantage for the person signing it?

What is the main difference between an employee and an independent contractor?

Which type of agreement prevents someone from revealing a company's internal processes to another business?

Which factors must be considered when determining the need for an affirmative action program for women?

What is the difference between quotas and affirmative action plans?

Is it lawful for an employer to hire qualified women and minorities over white men who are more qualified?

Which of the following criteria determines if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

Under what circumstances can individuals claim race discrimination if their employment is adversely affected?

When is an employer required to take corrective action in response to a complaint of racial harassment?

Under which amendment to the U.S. Constitution are individuals guaranteed the equal protection of the laws?

Which of the following factors must be considered when determining the need for an affirmative action program for women?

What is the purpose of an affirmative action plan?

What is the difference between quotas and affirmative action plans?

Under what circumstances can an employer hire qualified women and minorities over more qualified white men?

What must be achieved following reasonable timetables in an affirmative action plan?

Are affirmative action plans designed to remain indefinitely to maintain equilibrium?

Can existing employees be placed in jeopardy regarding termination or disciplinary action in an affirmative action plan?

Is it lawful for an employer to hire qualified women and minorities over white men who are equally qualified?

What is the purpose of measuring the rate of success in an affirmative action plan?

What criteria determines if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

Which of the following is a criteria for determining if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

What is the definition of reverse discrimination?

In what situations can individuals claim race discrimination if their employment is adversely affected?

What is the definition of racial harassment in the workplace?

When must an employee notify the employer if they claim racial harassment by a coworker?

Under which amendment to the U.S. Constitution are individuals guaranteed the equal protection of the laws?

Which law places monetary limitations on the recovery of compensatory and punitive damages?

What is the difference between Title VII and The Reconstruction Era Act?

Which type of discrimination may exist when favoritism occurs between people of mixed races or people of the same race with different color pigmentation?

Is it lawful for an employer to hire qualified women and minorities over white men who are more qualified?

Which of the following is a criteria for determining if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

Under which amendment to the U.S. Constitution are individuals guaranteed the equal protection of the laws?

When an employee claims racial harassment by a co-worker, what must the employer do?

Which type of discrimination may exist when favoritism occurs between people of mixed races or people of the same race with different color pigmentation?

Which law places monetary limitations on the recovery of compensatory and punitive damages?

Which of the following factors must be considered when determining the need for an affirmative action program for minorities?

What is the purpose of measuring the rate of success in an affirmative action plan?

Under what circumstances can an employer hire qualified women and minorities over more qualified white men?

What criteria determines if an affirmative action plan is remedial in nature?

Are affirmative action plans designed to remain indefinitely to maintain equilibrium?

Which political party founded the KKK and other organizations after the Civil War?

Which political party shepherded the Civil Rights Bill in the House and Senate?

How many Democrats in the Senate blocked the Civil Rights Bill for 54 days?

What is the vote in the Senate by Democrats on the Civil Rights Bill?

Which of the following is a requirement for an arbitration process to be enforceable?

What is the role of an arbitrator in the arbitration process?

What is the main issue surrounding the use of arbitration in employment disputes?

Which of the following is a benefit of mediation in resolving disputes?

Which of the following is a reason why employers prefer arbitration over litigation?

What is the purpose of the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA)?

Which of the following is a benefit of mediation in resolving disputes?

Which of the following is a requirement for an arbitration process to be enforceable?

Under which amendment to the U.S. Constitution are individuals guaranteed the equal protection of the laws?

Which of the following is a requirement for an arbitration process to be enforceable?

What is the role of an arbitrator in the arbitration process?

What is the main issue surrounding the use of arbitration in employment disputes?

According to the text, which political party shepherded the Civil Rights Bill in the House and Senate?

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees individuals the equal protection of the laws?

Which law prohibits pay discrimination based on sex and protects employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, and sex?

Under what circumstances is it lawful for an employer to discriminate against a Communist?

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