CDS Disability Laws & Regulations 2

Question 1

Under the ADA, which entity is responsible for enforcing Title I employment provisions?

Accepted Answer

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

Answer

The EEOC enforces ADA Title I, which prohibits disability discrimination in employment for employers with 15 or more employees.

Question 2

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act applies to programs that receive:

Accepted Answer

Federal financial assistance

Answer

Section 504 prohibits disability discrimination in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.

Question 3

The 'interactive process' under the ADA refers to:

Accepted Answer

An employer-employee dialogue to identify effective accommodations

Answer

The interactive process is a good-faith dialogue between employer and employee to explore and identify reasonable accommodations.

Question 4

Which law specifically guarantees students with disabilities a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)?

Accepted Answer

IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)

Answer

IDEA mandates FAPE for eligible students with disabilities from birth through age 21 in public schools.

Question 5

An employer may ask about an applicant's disability:

Accepted Answer

Only after a conditional job offer is made

Answer

Under the ADA, medical inquiries and exams may only occur after a conditional job offer has been extended.

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