Which of the Following Statements About Workplace Law Is True

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about workplace law is true?

• A) It is against the law to discriminate against people on the basis of any physical or mental disability.
• B) An employee can have up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave upon the birth of his or her child.
• C) It is against the law to discriminate against a person over the age of 40 in the workplace.
• D) All of the responses are correct

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Definitions:

Equal Pay Act

A law aimed at abolishing wage disparity based on sex by ensuring that men and women receive equal pay for equal work.

Differential Piece Rate

A pay system where employees are paid based on the number of units produced or tasks completed, but the rate per unit can vary based on performance or production levels.

Standard Hour Plan

A compensation strategy that pays workers extra for work done in less than a predetermined standard time, encouraging efficiency and productivity.

Merit Pay Plan

A compensation strategy that adjusts an employee's pay based on their performance, aiming to incentivize higher levels of productivity and achievement.