CODESP Legal and Ethical Compliance 4

Question 1

The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 changed which aspect of pay discrimination claims?

Accepted Answer

It reset the statute of limitations with each discriminatory paycheck

Answer

The Lilly Ledbetter Act overturned a Supreme Court ruling by restarting the 180-day filing clock with each discriminatory paycheck, not just the initial pay-setting decision.

Question 2

When a CODESP agency conducts a structured oral interview, which practice BEST supports legal defensibility?

Accepted Answer

Having each panel member score candidates independently using standardized rubrics

Answer

Independent scoring with standardized rubrics reduces inter-rater variability and bias, strengthening the legal defensibility of oral examination results.

Question 3

Which of the following pre-employment inquiries is PROHIBITED under most state fair employment laws and EEOC guidance?

Accepted Answer

What is your maiden name?

Answer

Asking for a maiden name can reveal national origin or marital status, making it a potentially discriminatory pre-employment inquiry.

Question 4

An applicant passes all examination components but is removed from the eligible list for making false statements on the application. This action is legally justified under:

Accepted Answer

Disqualification for lack of moral character or dishonesty in the application process

Answer

Falsification of application materials is a legitimate, non-discriminatory basis for disqualification because honesty and integrity are core qualifications for public employment.

Question 5

Under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), which group is protected from employment discrimination?

Accepted Answer

Workers age 40 and older

Answer

The ADEA protects workers age 40 and older from discrimination in hiring, firing, pay, and other terms of employment.

CODESP - Cooperative Organization for the Development of Employee Selection Procedures Practice Test

CODESP - Cooperative Organization for the Development of Employee Selection Procedures Practice Test

CODESP Legal and Ethical Compliance 4