Which Statement Is True According to the Davis-Bacon Act of 1931

question 94

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true according to the Davis-Bacon Act of 1931 and the Walsh-Healy Public Contracts Act of 1936?

• A) Under these laws, individuals aged 18 and 19 may not be employed in hazardous occupations defined by the Department of Labor.
• B) Federal contractors must pay their employees at rates at least equal to the prevailing wages in the area.
• C) The overtime rate applies to the hours worked beyond 45 in one week.
• D) Employers must pay a training wage to workers under the age of 15 for a period of up to 60 days.
• E) Organizations can defend themselves against claims of discrimination by showing that they pay the going market rate.

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Definitions:

Productivity

The effectiveness of productive effort, especially in industry, as measured in terms of the rate of output per unit of input.

Individual Control

The extent to which a person feels they have autonomy or influence over their own behavior and decisions.

Task Maturity

Having the skill set necessary to complete a job, as well as the ability to set and meet realistic goals and the ability to take on responsibility for the task.

Seniority

The concept of giving priority to individuals based on their length of service or time spent in a position or organization.