Facebook Paying Fine To Settle U.S. Suit On Discrimination

Facebook Paying Fine To Settle U.S. Suit On Discrimination

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Business, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses allegations against Facebook for discriminating against US workers by hiring foreigners with special visas for high-paying jobs. The Justice Department has reached a settlement with Facebook, requiring the company to pay up to $9.5 million to eligible victims and nearly $5 million in back pay.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Facebook accused of in relation to its hiring practices?

Paying all workers equally regardless of nationality

Discriminating against foreign workers

Hiring only US workers for high-paying jobs

Discriminating against US workers by hiring foreigners with special visas

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group was allegedly favored by Facebook in its hiring practices?

Interns

Foreigners with special visas

US citizens

Part-time workers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Justice Department announce regarding Facebook's settlement?

Facebook will not pay any compensation

Facebook will pay up to nine and a half million dollars to eligible victims

Facebook will only pay fines to the government

Facebook will increase salaries for all employees

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much is Facebook expected to pay in back pay as part of the settlement?

Nearly $5 million

Over $10 million

Exactly $1 million

No back pay is required

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total amount Facebook is expected to pay to eligible victims and in back pay?

Over $20 million

Less than $5 million

Exactly $10 million

Up to $14.5 million