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:

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