Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes the Relationship Between

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between part-time employees and benefits?

• A)They must receive mandatory benefits, but are forbidden by law to receive voluntary benefits.
• B)They usually receive pro-rated medical benefits, but no time-off benefits because they already work a reduced schedule.
• C)They usually receive benefits that are lesser in amount than those received by full-time employees, assuming they receive any at all.
• D)They must receive benefits if the company offers full-time employees benefits.

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Definitions:

Charitable Pledge

A commitment to donate a specific sum of money to a charitable organization, often payable over a certain period.

Past Consideration

A term used in contract law that refers to an act or benefit given in the past, which cannot be used as consideration for a current contract.

Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle that prevents a promisor from withdrawing a promise that a promisee has relied upon.

Reciprocal Treatment

A principle where two parties provide the same advantages or conditions to each other.