USA Trivia 4

Question 1

What does the term 'gross pay' mean on a U.S. paycheck?

Accepted Answer

Pay before any taxes or deductions are taken out

Answer

Gross pay is the total amount earned before taxes, insurance premiums, retirement contributions, or any other deductions are subtracted.

Question 2

Which U.S. law requires employers with 50 or more employees to offer health insurance or face a penalty?

Accepted Answer

The Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Answer

The Affordable Care Act's employer mandate requires applicable large employers (50+ full-time equivalents) to offer minimum essential health coverage or pay a tax penalty.

Question 3

In U.S. business culture, what does it mean to 'table' a discussion during a meeting?

Accepted Answer

To postpone or set aside a topic for a later time

Answer

In American English, to 'table' something means to postpone it — the opposite of British English, where it means to bring it forward for discussion.

Question 4

What is a '401(k)' plan?

Accepted Answer

An employer-sponsored retirement savings account with tax advantages

Answer

A 401(k) is an employer-sponsored, tax-advantaged retirement savings plan that allows employees to contribute pre-tax income from their paychecks.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'professional references' in a job application?

Accepted Answer

People who can vouch for an applicant's work performance and character

Answer

Professional references are individuals — typically former supervisors or colleagues — who can speak to an applicant's skills, work ethic, and professional conduct.

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