Scenario C

question 37

Multiple Choice

Scenario C. Use the information given below to answer the questions that follow. The attorney of a company has listed some problems occurring in the human resources department. The potential legal violations are:
• Men were paid an average of ten percent more than women for the same jobs with the same performance levels.
• Women were denied health insurance and encouraged to quit after they announced that they were pregnant. However, men with medical conditions did not meet with similar treatment.
• Several employees who met the required qualifications were not being paid for working overtime.
-In the context of the second problem, which of the following laws has the company violated?

• A) Americans with Disabilities Act
• B) Pregnancy Discrimination Act
• C) Family and Medical Leave Act
• D) Fair Labor Standards Act
• E) Equal Pay Act

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Definitions:

Human Right

A fundamental right that is believed to belong to every person irrespective of nationality, location, language, religion, ethnic origin, or any other status.

Drug Costs

The expenses associated with purchasing medications, which can vary based on factors like brand, country, and healthcare policies.

Price Negotiations

The process of discussing and agreeing on the cost of goods or services, often in the context of healthcare, to determine fair pricing.

Costly Technology

Technologies or equipment that are significantly expensive to acquire, maintain, or operate, often used in a health care context.