Which of the Following Diversity Issues Is True in the U.S.workforce

question 136

Multiple Choice

Which of the following diversity issues is true in the U.S.workforce?

• A)Unemployment among the disabled has dropped sharply since the introduction of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• B)Literacy has ceased to be an issue among American workers.
• C)The median age of the American worker is increasing.
• D)White households continue to have higher median incomes than Asian ones.
• E)Among the top 500 U.S.companies, most currently do not yet offer domestic partner benefits for same-sex couples.

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Definitions:

Employee's Gross Earnings

The total amount earned by an employee before any deductions, including wages, salaries, bonuses, and commissions.

Employee's Net Pay

The amount of salary that an employee takes home after deductions such as taxes, social security, and benefits have been subtracted.

Pay Period

The regular interval at which an employee receives a paycheck, such as weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.

FICA Taxes

Taxes collected in the U.S. to fund the Social Security and Medicare programs, paid by both employees and employers.