Ramon Is a 25-Year-Old Executive Assistant Who Works for a 47-Year-Old

question 11

Multiple Choice

Ramon is a 25-year-old executive assistant who works for a 47-year-old manager named Claire. Claire promises to help Ramon advance in the company if he will go on a weekend date with her. In terms of the ways that sexual harassment in the workplace is classified, this is most clearly

• A)an example of hostile environment sexual harassment.
• B)an example of quid pro quo sexual harassment.
• C)an example of reverse sexual harassment.
• D)not sexual harassment, because Claire did not request sex.
• E)not sexual harassment, because women cannot harass men.

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Definitions:

Catharsis

The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions, often through art, conversation, or other expressive activities.

Self-Actualization Needs

The highest level in Maslow's hierarchy, referring to the realization of one's potential and the pursuit of personal growth and peak experiences.

Positive Self-Regard Needs

Positive Self-Regard Needs involve the desire for acceptance, self-esteem, and the positive evaluation from oneself and others.

Threats

Statements or actions intended to cause fear or harm to an individual or group, often used to intimidate or manipulate behavior.