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iveyjurea

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What types of challenges and problems are faced by women in the workplace? In what ways are employers trying to make their workplaces more friendly to women?
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Question 2

An example of a service business's unit of sale would be one ________ of service.
 
  A) Dozen
  B) Hour
  C) Crate
  D) Gross


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Answer to Question 1

Answer: Summary of suggested answer - Women face sexual harassment in the workplace, as well as special challenges due to pregnancy and family responsibilities. Re: sexual harassment - Some companies are encouraged to develop no-tolerance policies in regard to sexual harassment, they are protected from sexual harassment by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Some companies have internal complaint resolution where the sexual harassment can be reported. Regarding pregnancy and family responsibilities, U.S. companies have been slow to institute family-friendly policies, though more companies are beginning to do so. Six percent of U.S. companies have day-care centers at the workplace. Some companies offer extended leave, flexible scheduling, job sharing, telecommuting, and other alternative work patterns.

Answer to Question 2

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