Cathy's Supervisor, Jason, Did Not Recommend Her for a Promotion

question 86

Multiple Choice

Cathy's supervisor, Jason, did not recommend her for a promotion because she previously complained to the management about Jason's attempts to touch her inappropriately. In the context of employment legislation, this scenario best illustrates _____.

• A) adverse impact
• B) disparate treatment
• C) structural accommodation
• D) quid pro quo sexual harassment

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Definitions:

Trivial Issue

A minor or insignificant matter that does not have a major impact on the overall situation or outcome.

Cool Down

A period of time allowed for emotions to subside or for physical activity to decrease gradually, often used to prevent conflict or reduce the risk of injury after intense activity.

Horizontal Conflict

Disputes or disagreements between individuals or groups at the same level of an organizational hierarchy.

Equally Unattractive

A situation where all options or choices available are perceived to be negative or undesirable to the same degree.