#1
Which law regulates the minimum wage in the United States?
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
Equal Pay Act
National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
#2
In a job contract, what does the term 'non-compete clause' typically refer to?
An agreement not to disclose confidential information
An agreement not to work for a competitor for a specified period
An agreement to work overtime
An agreement to negotiate salary annually
#3
What does the term 'at-will employment' mean?
Employment for a fixed duration
Employment with unlimited paid time off
Either the employer or employee can terminate the employment at any time
Employment with a mandatory retirement age
#4
In the context of labor laws, what does the term 'collective bargaining' refer to?
Negotiation between labor unions and employers to determine terms and conditions of employment
Individual negotiations between employees and employers
The process of hiring new employees
The process of terminating employment contracts
#5
Which of the following is not considered a form of employee benefits?
Health insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Overtime pay
Retirement plans
#6
What is the purpose of Workers' Compensation?
To provide health insurance for workers
To compensate workers for job-related injuries or illnesses
To regulate working hours
To enforce workplace diversity
#7
In the context of labor laws, what does FMLA stand for?
Family Medical Leave Act
Fair Minimum Leave Allowance
Federal Medical Leave Authorization
Flexible Maternity and Leave Act
#8
What is the purpose of the Davis-Bacon Act?
To regulate working hours
To ensure equal pay for federal contract workers
To establish a minimum wage for all workers
To enforce workplace safety
#9
Which law prohibits discrimination against employees or applicants based on disability?
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA)
#10
What is the purpose of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in the United States?
To regulate working hours
To ensure equal pay for equal work
To establish minimum wage and overtime pay standards
To provide workers' compensation
#11
What is the main purpose of a severance package in employment contracts?
To provide health insurance
To compensate for job-related injuries
To provide financial support upon termination
To regulate working hours
#12
What is the purpose of the Equal Pay Act?
To ensure equal pay for equal work regardless of gender
To establish a minimum wage
To regulate working conditions
To enforce workplace safety
#13
Which of the following is not a characteristic of a salary?
Paid on a regular basis
Hourly-based
Fixed amount per pay period
Not dependent on hours worked
#14
What is the primary goal of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)?
To regulate working hours
To ensure equal pay for equal work
To enforce workplace safety and health standards
To provide workers' compensation
#15
What is the role of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) in the United States?
To regulate working hours
To ensure equal pay for equal work
To oversee union elections and unfair labor practices
To enforce workplace safety and health standards
#16
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), what is the standard minimum wage per hour (as of 2022)?
#17
What is the primary purpose of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) in the United States?
To regulate working hours
To ensure equal pay for equal work
To establish standards for pension and health plans in the private sector
To enforce workplace safety and health standards