Asked by Edward Chang on Jul 07, 2024

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The Equal Pay Act allows several exceptions to equal pay for equal work. Which of the following is not such an exception?

A) pay based on a valid seniority system
B) pay based on a valid merit system
C) pay based on performance quality
D) pay based on education level
E) all of these are exceptions to equal pay for equal work

Education Level

The highest degree or level of school completed by an individual.

Equal Pay Act

Legislation requiring that men and women be given equal pay for equal work in the same establishment.

Seniority System

A workplace policy in which decisions on promotions, layoffs, and other job-related conditions are made based on an employee's length of service.

  • Outline the distinctions among job evaluation methodologies and their role in formulating fair wage setups.
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Vikas NerametlaJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Pay based on education level is not an exception to equal pay for equal work according to the Equal Pay Act. The other options (seniority system, merit system, and performance quality) are valid exceptions to equal pay for equal work under the Act.