#1
Which federal law sets the minimum wage in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
ExplanationFLSA sets minimum wage.
#2
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
ExplanationOSHA stands for Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
#3
What is considered a protected characteristic under employment discrimination laws in the United States?
Age
ExplanationAge is a protected characteristic.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a right of employees in the workplace?
Right to unlimited social media usage
ExplanationUnlimited social media usage is not a workplace right.
#5
What is the maximum number of hours a non-exempt employee can work in a week without receiving overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)?
40 hours
ExplanationNon-exempt employees can work 40 hours.
#6
Which law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?
The Civil Rights Act of 1964
ExplanationCivil Rights Act prohibits discrimination.
#7
Which federal agency is responsible for enforcing regulations related to workplace safety and health?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
ExplanationOSHA enforces workplace safety regulations.
#8
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic protected by the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) in the United States?
Race
ExplanationRace is not protected by ADEA.
#9
In the United States, what federal agency enforces laws related to workplace discrimination?
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
ExplanationEEOC enforces workplace discrimination laws.
#10
What is the purpose of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) in the United States?
To allow eligible employees to take unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons
ExplanationFMLA provides unpaid leave for family and medical reasons.
#11
What is the purpose of whistleblower protection laws?
To protect employees who report illegal or unethical behavior in the workplace
ExplanationWhistleblower laws protect reporting employees.
#12
What is the purpose of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) in the United States?
To protect the rights of employees to organize and bargain collectively
ExplanationNLRA protects collective bargaining.
#13
Which federal law prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who report violations of workplace safety and health regulations?
The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
ExplanationOSHA prohibits retaliation against safety reports.
#14
What is the purpose of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act?
To protect employees' rights during mass layoffs
ExplanationWARN Act protects employees during mass layoffs.