Olivia Requested for Leave from Her Supervisor for One Week

question 9

Multiple Choice

Olivia requested for leave from her supervisor for one week since her daughter fell sick and required home care. The employer refused to grant her leave and as a result Olivia was forced to be absent from work without pay. She later filed a suit against her employer alleging violation of Title VII. Under the assumption that Olivia is a productive employee, the court most likely held that:

• A)the employer did not violate Title VII.
• B)Olivia is entitled for leave under FMLA.
• C)Olivia was not entitled to the leave.
• D)Olivia violated Title VII by filing suit against employer.

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