The Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009

question 35

Multiple Choice

The Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009

• A) specifies penalties to employers for discriminating based on gender.
• B) resets the statue of limitations for filing an equal-pay lawsuit each time an employer issues a discriminatory paycheck.
• C) reaffirms the decision in the Supreme Court case, Ledbetter v. Goodyear.
• D) defines fair pay standards for different job classifications.
• E) was passed in response to employers dismissing female employees when becoming pregnant.

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Definitions:

Selective Demand

Consumer demand focused on distinct brands or products rather than on the category as a whole, often influenced by marketing strategies.

Product Class

Product class pertains to the category or grouping of products based on similar characteristics, uses, or intended customers.

Competitors

Companies or entities that offer similar products or services in the same market, vying for the same customer base.

Generic Demand

The overall demand for a category of products or services rather than for a specific brand.