Question

Identify the correct statement regarding the composition of the U.S. labor force during the projected 2016–2026 period.

Multiple Choice

• The labor force is expected to grow at a greater rate than at any other time in U.S. history.

• The largest proportion of the labor force is expected to be in the 16- to 25-year age group.

• The segment of the workforce nearing retirement age will hold steady.

• Despite a small increase in the number of young workers, the overall workforce will be aging.

• The total workforce of the United States will considerably decrease.

Mia's use of illegal drugs limits her ability to walk properly. The elevator at her office was not working for many months, so Mia needed to climb two flights of stairs and had difficulty getting to her desk. She tried suing her company under the Americans with Disabilities Act, arguing that her company discriminates against individuals who cannot perform major life activities. Which statement would weaken Mia's argument?

Multiple Choice

• Mia is not a senior employee.

• The ADA prohibits discrimination only against workers who are over the age of 40.

• The ADA does not cover conditions of substance abuse.

• Mia is not pregnant.

• The ADA applies only to the decisions or actions of the government.

Global Trade Enterprises has a policy statement making it clear that it does not tolerate sexual harassment. It set up an employee hotline for reporting harassment. When it received complaints about one of the maintenance workers, the company took action and corrected the problem immediately. However, two months later, it is receiving more complaints, this time about a supervisor on the night shift. What else should Global Trade do to keep the workplace free from sexual harassment?

Multiple Choice

• Modify the complaint procedure so employees don't overuse it.

• Wait to investigate the new complaints.

• File a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

• Train all employees to identify inappropriate workplace behavior.

• Broaden the policy to include harassment of men, not just women.

Answer 1

1. The correct option is D. Despite a small increase in the number of young workers, the overall workforce will be aging.

2. The correct option is C. The ADA does not cover conditions of substance abuse.

3. The correct option is D. Train all employees to identify inappropriate workplace behavior