Question

Jason works part-time at a grocery store after school. Jason has worked at the store for two years but still hasn't received a wage increase, even though newer employees have received raises. Jason has threatened his employer with a lawsuit if he doesn't get a raise in the next few weeks. Jason believes he is a victim of labor-market discrimination. Which of the following statements would strengthen Jason's case against his employer?
a. Jason works harder than the other employees
b. Jason may choose to do the talks other workers find undesirable
c. Jason's amiable personality allows him to work well with his co-worker
d. None of the above is correct.

Answer 1

Answer:

a. Jason works harder than the other employees

Explanation:

In this scenario, the statement that would strengthen Jason's case would be that he works harder than the other employees. If Jason is able to provide proof of this then that would indicate that effort and work-efficiency is not the reason for Jason not receiving a wage increase. This would mean that the reason is either personal or superficial which are all labor-market discrimination. Therefore, if Jason can prove that he does actually work harder than the other employees it would drastically increase his chances of winning the court case against his employer.