Norbert and Sues Are Both Linemen for a Utility Company

question 41

Multiple Choice

Norbert and Sues are both linemen for a utility company. They have been working together for almost two years. Norbert frequently tells Sue that the job is called "lineman" not "lineperson" or "linewoman" and that it is not for women. He plays practical jokes on her such as hiding some of her tools or sabotaging her truck so it won't start. He asks her when she is going to get pregnant and stay home to take care of her children. He gives her copies of help wanted ads for secretary and waitress jobs. If Sue complains about Norbert's conduct

• A) Norbert will not be found to have committed sexual harassment against Sue because he has never made physical contact with her.
• B) Norbert will not be found to have committed sexual harassment against Sue because there was nothing sexual in his comments.
• C) Norbert will be found to have committed sexual harassment against Sue because his comments violated the Pregnancy Discrimination Act.
• D) Norbert will be found to have committed sexual harassment against Sue because his comments are sufficiently severe or pervasive to create a hostile work environment.

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