Many of Those Who Contracted AIDS in the Early and Mid-1980s

question 56

Multiple Choice

Many of those who contracted AIDS in the early and mid-1980s:

• A) caught it through casual personal contact
• B) could be cured with prompt treatment
• C) were in monogamous relationships
• D) soon died
• E) were put in government detention centers

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Definitions:

Vicariously Liable

Legal responsibility attributed to an individual or entity for the actions of another, usually in an employer-employee relationship.

Tangible Job Detriment

A clear and significant negative impact on one's employment situation, such as demotion, salary reduction, or loss of benefits.

Age Discrimination

Unfair treatment of individuals in employment or other areas based on their age, particularly against older persons.

ADEA

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, a U.S. federal law that aims to protect employees 40 years of age and older from workplace discrimination.