CDS Disability Laws & Regulations

Question 1

What is the purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

Accepted Answer

To provide equal access to public and private services for people with disabilities.

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To limit access to services.

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To reduce the number of people with disabilities.

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To increase the cost of services.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT covered under the ADA?

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Blindness.

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Chronic back pain.

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Hearing impairments.

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Diabetes.

Question 3

What does 'reasonable accommodation' mean under the ADA?

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It refers to adjusting the work environment or duties to help disabled individuals succeed.

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It means providing additional financial support.

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It involves providing opportunities for preferential treatment.

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It means providing extra paid time off.

Question 4

What is the primary focus of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973?

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It focuses on providing accommodations in education and employment.

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It focuses on providing physical therapy services.

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It provides financial support for disability services.

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It eliminates disabilities.

Question 5

What is considered a 'disability' under the ADA?

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Any condition that substantially limits one or more major life activities.

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Being unable to work.

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Being unemployed.

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Having a temporary injury.

Question 6

Which of the following is required by the ADA for new construction?

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There must be accessible entrances, pathways, and restrooms.

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Elevators are not required.

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There are no accessibility requirements.

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Only entrances need to be accessible.

Question 7

What is the role of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regarding disability discrimination?

Accepted Answer

It enforces laws that prohibit disability discrimination in employment.

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It helps businesses hire only non-disabled employees.

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It provides financial assistance to disabled employees.

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It allows businesses to ignore accessibility needs.

Question 8

How long does an individual have to file a complaint with the EEOC after experiencing disability discrimination?

Accepted Answer

180 days.

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10 days.

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30 days.

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1 year.

Question 9

What is the key difference between the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act?

Accepted Answer

The ADA applies to private and public sectors, while Section 504 applies to federally funded programs.

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There is no difference.

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The ADA applies to the private sector, while Section 504 only applies to public programs.

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The ADA is a state law.