Under the Equal Pay Act

question 51

Multiple Choice

Under the Equal Pay Act:

• A) an employer cannot discriminate against a minority worker by paying him less than a non-minority worker.
• B) a man could be paid more than a woman for the same kind of work if he produced more on a piece-rate basis.
• C) an employer cannot discriminate in pay for substantially equal work on the basis of religion, sex, or national origin.
• D) All of these are correct.

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Definitions:

Disparate Treatment

Differing treatment of individuals, where the differences are based on the individuals' race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability status.

Bona Fide

Genuine or real; often used legally to refer to intentions, transactions, or qualifications that are made in good faith without intent to deceive.

Occupational Qualification

Essential qualities or requirements deemed necessary for performing a specific job, often used in legal contexts to justify hiring practices.