A Manager Who Gives a Former Employee a Bad Reference

question 18

Multiple Choice

A manager who gives a former employee a bad reference may be accused of ________ if the information is both false and harmful.

• A) discrimination
• B) privacy invasion
• C) adverse impact
• D) arbitration
• E) defamation

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Definitions:

Rationalization

The process of offering a logical or reasonable explanation for behaviors or decisions that might otherwise appear irrational.

Government Contract

A legally binding agreement between a business and a government entity for the supply of goods or services.

Best Interests

Actions or decisions that are considered most beneficial to the well-being or success of an individual or group.

Socially Responsible

Acting with consideration for the ethical, environmental, and community implications of one's actions, often linked to sustainable business practices.