D432 HR Compliance and Employee Relations - Set 1 - Part 3

Correct Answer: Bribery and corruption in international business transactions

The FCPA is a U.S. law that prohibits bribery and other corrupt practices in international business transactions, ensuring ethical conduct in foreign dealings.

Correct Answer: Form 8-K

Form 8-K is used to report significant corporate events or material developments that may affect investors, such as mergers, acquisitions, or changes in leadership.

Correct Answer: To evaluate sustainability of CSR efforts

The Triple Bottom Line model evaluates the sustainability of an organization's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts by measuring its impact on people, the planet, and profit.

Correct Answer: Whistleblowers cannot be subject to retaliation

U.S. law protects whistleblowers from retaliation, meaning they cannot be fired, demoted, or otherwise penalized for reporting illegal or unethical conduct by their employers.

Correct Answer: Growth of gig economy

The rise of the gig economy, where many workers are classified as independent contractors, has contributed to the decline in union membership because these workers are not covered by traditional labor protections.

Correct Answer: Gathering initial complaints or allegations

The first step in an internal investigation is gathering initial complaints or allegations to understand the scope of the issue and begin planning the investigative process.

Correct Answer: Offer, acceptance, consideration, and legal capacity

A valid contract must contain these essential elements: an offer, acceptance, consideration (something of value), and legal capacity of the parties to enter into an agreement.

Correct Answer: Age Discrimination in Employment Act

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) protects individuals aged 40 and older from age-based discrimination in hiring, promotions, and other employment practices.

Correct Answer: Verifying eligibility using Form I-9

Employers are required by law to verify that employees are eligible to work in the U.S. by completing Form I-9 and reviewing appropriate documents to confirm their status.

Correct Answer: To prevent unfair competition and monopolies

The Sherman Antitrust Act aims to prevent monopolistic practices and promote fair competition in the marketplace, protecting consumers from anti-competitive behavior.