Nadine Roberts, a Highly Qualified and Experienced HR Specialist, Was

question 4

Multiple Choice

Nadine Roberts, a highly qualified and experienced HR specialist, was due for a promotion to the next level in the company she had worked for six years. However, another colleague with significantly less experience was promoted to the post. The management cited Nadine's pregnancy to be the reason for their decision as it would leave her unable to fulfill the job requirements. Which of the following would be the appropriate legal measure for her situation?

• A) The Pregnancy Discrimination Act
• B) The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970
• C) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• D) Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
• E) Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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Definitions:

Mutual Interdependence

A situation in a market where the actions of one firm significantly impact the profitability of other firms within the same market.

Barriers to Entry

Obstacles that make it difficult for new competitors to enter a market, including high startup costs, strict regulations, or strong incumbents.

Excess Capacity

The situation where a firm or economy can produce more goods or services than currently produced, indicating under-utilization of resources.

Marginal Costs

The additional cost incurred by producing one more unit of a product, which can vary as production scales.