HRCI Exam SPHR Topic 2 Question 98 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRCI's SPHR exam

Question #: 98
Topic #: 2

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As a Senior HR Professional, you must be familiar with certain legal terms, laws, and regulations that affect how you and others operate in the workplace. One term is protected class. Which of the following statements best describes a protected class?

AA group of people who share a common characteristic and who are protected from discrimination and harassment on the basis of that shared characteristic.

BA group of people who share a common characteristic and who are exempt from discrimination regulations on the basis of that shared characteristic.

CA group of people who do not share a common characteristic and who are not protected from discrimination and harassment on the basis of that shared characteristic.

DA group of people who share a race and who are protected from discrimination and harassment on the basis of that race.

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Suggested Answer: C

Answer option C is correct.

A Notice of Contest must be filed within 15 days of the citation. The OSH Act requires employers to allow the CSHO to inspect the workplace (D). Employers may request variances until repairs are made (A) or for processes that provide equal or greater safety for workers. Employers may consult with OSHA to identify possible hazards without fear of a citation or penalty (B); but once a consultant becomes involved, the employer must abate any violations, or the consultant will refer the violation to an OSHA inspector.

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by Rikki at Jan 23, 2025, 11:43 AM

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Katie

2 months ago

Wait, is a protected class like a secret society where they all wear capes and fight for justice? No? Dang, option B sounds way more fun than the actual definition.

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Paris

9 days ago

B) A group of people who share a common characteristic and who are exempt from discrimination regulations on the basis of that shared characteristic.

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Vivienne

15 days ago

No, it's not like a secret society with capes. Option A is the correct definition of a protected class.

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Kayleigh

24 days ago

A) A group of people who share a common characteristic and who are protected from discrimination and harassment on the basis of that shared characteristic.

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Celestine

2 months ago

Option D is a bit too specific, isn't it? I mean, a protected class can be based on race, but also gender, religion, disability, and a whole bunch of other characteristics. Gotta keep those definitions broad, you know?

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Margurite

1 months ago

B) A group of people who share a common characteristic and who are exempt from discrimination regulations on the basis of that shared characteristic.

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Ines

2 months ago

A) A group of people who share a common characteristic and who are protected from discrimination and harassment on the basis of that shared characteristic.

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Cathrine

2 months ago

Oh, I was totally fooled by option C. I thought a protected class was just a bunch of people who didn't have anything in common. Guess I need to brush up on my legal jargon!

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Marylou

2 months ago

Haha, a protected class is like a secret club, but instead of cool handshakes, it's all about anti-discrimination laws! Option B is so off the mark, it's like saying the 'protected' part means they're exempt from the rules.

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Carmen

2 months ago

A protected class is a group of people who share a common characteristic and are protected from discrimination and harassment. This is the correct answer, option A.

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Lashandra

20 days ago

As HR professionals, we play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees.

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Emmanuel

21 days ago

Discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics are illegal and should not be tolerated in any workplace.

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Rupert

23 days ago

It's important to understand and follow laws and regulations related to protected classes in the workplace.

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Florinda

25 days ago

I agree, a protected class is a group of people who share a common characteristic and are protected from discrimination and harassment. Option A is correct.

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Goldie

2 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think A is correct because it aligns with the purpose of protecting individuals from discrimination based on shared characteristics.

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Lorrine

2 months ago

I agree with Alayna, A makes sense because protected classes are groups of people who are safeguarded from discrimination.

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Alayna

3 months ago

I think the answer is A.

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