Is an Employer Prohibited by Law from Asking Certain Questions

question 36

Multiple Choice

Is an employer prohibited by law from asking certain questions on an application form?

• A)Yes, laws and regulations prohibit most types of inquiries on application forms.
• B)Yes, court decisions have established that certain questions cannot be asked on an application form.
• C)No, an employer can ask any questions but may bear the burden of proof if discrimination is charged.
• D)No, an employer can ask any questions since the burden of proof falls on the plaintiff.

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Definitions:

Frederic Bastiat

A 19th-century French economist and writer known for his advocacy of classical liberalism and his witty criticisms of protectionism.

Trade Protectionism

Government policies designed to restrict international trade to protect domestic industries from foreign competition.

Government Restrictions

Regulations implemented by the government that limit or guide the actions of individuals or companies, often in the interest of public safety or economic stability.

Low-Wage Nation

A country where the general level of wages and salaries is significantly lower than that of more industrialized and economically developed countries.