A Woman and a Man Are Both Performing the Job

question 35

Multiple Choice

A woman and a man are both performing the job of executive assistant. They have similar experience and their productivity levels are comparable. However, the woman's salary is $2,000 less than the man. Which of the following legislations will be most helpful to the women if she has to file a lawsuit against this discrimination?

• A)Federal Employers' Liability Act
• B)Equal Pay Act
• C)Violence Against Women Act
• D)Vocational Rehabilitation Act
• E)Unlawful Corporate Payments Act of 1977

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Definitions:

Unequal Access

A situation wherein individuals or groups have differing levels of opportunity or service, often due to systemic barriers.

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The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.