Michigan Residential Builders License Practice Test

The Minimum Wage Law states that employers cannot discriminate based on which factor?

1. Job performance

2. Work experience

3. Sex

4. Educational background

The correct answer is: Sex

The Minimum Wage Law is designed to ensure fair pay practices and protect workers from discriminatory treatment in the workplace. One of the fundamental aspects of this law is that employers cannot discriminate against employees or potential employees based on sex. This is in line with broader anti-discrimination laws that aim to promote equality and prevent biases based on gender. Discrimination based on sex can manifest in various ways, including unequal pay for equal work, biased hiring practices, and unfair treatment in promotions or job responsibilities solely because of an individual's gender. By prohibiting sex-based discrimination, the law seeks to create a more equitable workforce where individuals are compensated fairly, regardless of their gender. The other factors such as job performance, work experience, and educational background are relevant to employment practices but are not specifically protected under the Minimum Wage Law regarding discrimination. Employers can make decisions based on those criteria as they relate to an employee's qualifications and abilities, as long as they do so without violating other anti-discrimination laws.