CRSP Legal Compliance & Ethical Hiring 3

Question 1

A job posting that requires 'recent graduates only' could violate which law?

Accepted Answer

Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)

Answer

Requiring 'recent graduates' may disproportionately exclude workers over 40, potentially constituting age discrimination under the ADEA.

Question 2

Which practice is MOST likely to be considered a 'bona fide occupational qualification' (BFOQ) under Title VII?

Accepted Answer

Requiring female nurses for a women's clinic

Answer

A BFOQ exists when a specific characteristic is reasonably necessary for normal business operation, such as gender in privacy-sensitive healthcare settings.

Question 3

An employer uses a credit history check that disproportionately screens out minority applicants without business justification. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Disparate impact

Answer

Disparate impact occurs when a facially neutral practice disproportionately excludes a protected group without being justified by business necessity.

Question 4

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), Form I-9 must be completed:

Accepted Answer

Within 3 days of the employee's first day of work

Answer

IRCA requires that Form I-9 be completed by the end of the employee's first day, with document verification completed within 3 business days.

Question 5

Which ethical principle requires recruiters to be transparent about job requirements, compensation, and working conditions to candidates?

Accepted Answer

Honesty and candor

Answer

The ethical principle of honesty and candor obligates recruiters to provide accurate, complete information so candidates can make informed decisions.

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CRSP Legal Compliance & Ethical Hiring 3