Asked by HANNAH MARTE on Jul 18, 2024
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Edgar, a production worker, complains to a human resource professional at his company that when he asked his supervisor for a week off to care for his son after surgery, the supervisor replied, "Can't your wife do that instead?" Which statement best summarizes what the HR professional should explain to the supervisor?
A) Benefits apply whether a spouse is of the same or the opposite sex.
B) Females may not be required to contribute more than men to defined-benefit plans.
C) Fatherhood is a protected category in the antidiscrimination laws.
D) Edgar has not yet used all of his sick leave.
E) Equal employment opportunity requires that access to benefits not be limited by sex.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Laws and policies that prohibit discrimination against employees or job applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
Antidiscrimination Laws
Regulations designed to prevent discrimination against individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
Defined-Benefit Plans
A type of pension plan where the benefits that an employee will receive upon retirement are calculated based on factors like salary history and duration of employment.
- Gain understanding of the legal implications and compliance needs when offering benefits like retirement plans and health insurance.
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Jaiveonna NorrisJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The HR professional should explain that equal employment opportunity requires that access to benefits not be limited by sex. The supervisor's response implies that caring for a child is solely the responsibility of the mother based on gender stereotypes, which is a form of sex discrimination that violates equal employment opportunity laws. The HR professional can also remind the supervisor of the company's policies regarding leave and the importance of avoiding discriminatory behavior.
Learning Objectives
- Gain understanding of the legal implications and compliance needs when offering benefits like retirement plans and health insurance.