In Order to Lower the Chances of Lawsuits Claiming Discrimination

question 150

Multiple Choice

In order to lower the chances of lawsuits claiming discrimination in hiring, employers should note that:

• A)selection tests need not be job related as long as they are administered to all applicants.
• B)selection tests need not be valid if they are reliable.
• C)selection tests must be related to the job.
• D)it is illegal to require selection tests for protected classes.

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Definitions:

Operation of Law

Changes in legal status or rights that occur automatically due to existing legal rules, rather than through the action of any party.

Mutual Agreement

A concord reached by all parties involved, based on shared terms and conditions, often formalized through a contract.

Secured Lending

The practice of issuing loans backed by collateral, providing the lender with security in case of borrower default.

Collateral

An asset offered by a borrower to secure a loan or credit, which can be seized by the lender if the borrower fails to repay according to the terms of the loan.