Disability Law: A Comprehensive Guide for Students

Question 1

Which characteristic is NOT protected under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

Social background

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Age

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Disability

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Gender reassignment

Question 2

Which provision of the Equality Act 2010 legally requires adjustments to accommodate individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities

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Financial compensation for disability-based discrimination

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Free education for individuals with disabilities

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Voting rights for individuals with disabilities

Question 3

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Interaction between impairments and societal barriers

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Biological factors alone

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An unchanging condition

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A personal tragedy

Question 4

Which section of the Equality Act 2010 focuses on preventing discrimination against people with disabilities in employment and vocational training?

Accepted Answer

Part 9: Discrimination in Employment and Vocational Training

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Part 8: Equality in Public Appointments

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Part 10: Enforcement, Remedies, and Powers of Investigation

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Part 11: General Provisions

Question 5

According to the Equality Act 2010, which of these is a protected characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Mental health

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Height

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Marital status

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Political affiliation

Question 6

In the Social Model of Disability, what is the main cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Social and environmental barriers that limit participation

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Biological impairments within individuals

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A combination of biological and social factors

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Personal choices and lifestyle decisions

Question 7

Under the Social Model of Disability, what is considered the primary cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Societal attitudes and environmental barriers

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Physical or mental impairments

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Genetics and biological factors

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A combination of individual and societal factors

Question 8

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is a primary cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Societal barriers and discriminatory attitudes

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Biological impairments within an individual

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Inferiority of individuals with disabilities

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Concealment of disability from public view

Question 9

Which characteristic is NOT associated with the Social Model of Disability?

Accepted Answer

Disability is a medical condition resulting from impairments

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Societal barriers contribute to disability

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People with disabilities are marginalized by their impairments

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Disability is an inherent aspect of human diversity

Question 10

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is the main cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Societal barriers

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Individual impairments

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Combination of individual and societal factors

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Supernatural forces

Question 11

Under the Equality Act 2010, which characteristic is NOT protected against discrimination?

Accepted Answer

Criminal record

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Age

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Disability

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Religion or belief

Question 12

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is the primary factor that creates disability?

Accepted Answer

Societal obstacles

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Biological impairments

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Personal shortcomings

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Educational inequalities

Question 13

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is the primary factor contributing to disability?

Accepted Answer

Societal barriers and shortcomings

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Individual impairments and limitations

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Discriminatory attitudes and practices

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Lack of access to reasonable accommodations

Question 14

Under the Social Model of Disability, what is considered the root cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Societal barriers and discrimination

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Individual physical or mental impairments

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Lack of personal agency and motivation

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Insufficient access to medical interventions

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a core principle of the Social Model of Disability?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with disabilities should be treated with compassion and viewed as deserving of assistance.

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Disability is a social construct resulting from societal barriers.

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Efforts should be directed towards removing obstacles that prevent people with disabilities from participating fully in society.

Question 16

As per the Social Model of Disability, which of these is NOT considered a factor contributing to the experience of disability?

Accepted Answer

Medical conditions of individuals

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Societal barriers

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Attitudes and prejudices

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Insufficient access to appropriate accommodations

Question 17

Which statement does **not** align with the Social Model of Disability?

Accepted Answer

Disability is caused by individual factors.

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People with disabilities should be included in society.

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Barriers in the environment can limit participation.

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Disability is a social construct.

Question 18

Under the Equality Act 2010, which characteristic is protected against discrimination?

Accepted Answer

Disability

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Height

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

Social economic status

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Disability

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Age

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Religion or belief

Question 20

Under the Equality Act 2010, which key areas of life are protected from discrimination for individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Employment, education, and access to goods and services

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Political participation and healthcare access

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Transportation services and housing accommodations

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Social security benefits and leisure activities

Question 21

Which characteristic is NOT protected under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

Social Class

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Age

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Disability

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Religious or philosophical beliefs

Question 22

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Societal barriers

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Biological factors

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Lack of individual effort

Question 23

What was a primary goal of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995?

Accepted Answer

Prevent discrimination against people with disabilities in employment and training

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Create a national registry for people with disabilities

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Provide financial aid to people with disabilities

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Increase accessibility of public transportation

Question 24

Under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), what is a fundamental right for individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Equal opportunities in all aspects of life

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Exemption from legal responsibilities

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Living in segregated institutions

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Treatment as objects of pity and charity

Question 25

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Social and environmental factors

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Individual impairments

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Inherent inferiority of disabled people

Question 26

Under the Medical Model of Disability, what is considered the primary cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Biological or psychological impairments

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Social and environmental barriers

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Discrimination and prejudice

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Lack of access to reasonable accommodations

Question 27

Within the Disability Discrimination Act 1995, which section specifically prohibits employers from discriminating against individuals based on disability in employment-related matters?

Accepted Answer

Section 5: Discrimination Originating from Disability

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Section 4: Reasonable Adjustments

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Section 6: Harassment Linked to Disability

Question 28

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is the primary factor that creates disability?

Accepted Answer

Barriers and attitudes in society

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Impairments within the individual

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Insufficient access to support services

Question 29

According to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), which principle is **NOT** fundamental to safeguarding their rights?

Accepted Answer

Adopting a paternalistic approach and offering charity

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Recognizing the inherent dignity and autonomy of individuals

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Prohibiting discrimination based on disability

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Promoting full participation and inclusion in society

Question 30

What is the primary purpose of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995?

Accepted Answer

To prevent discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, education, and access to goods, services, and facilities.

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To offer financial support to people with disabilities.

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To foster the social inclusion of individuals with disabilities.

Question 31

Under the Social Model of Disability, which factor is seen as the primary contributor to the experience of disability?

Accepted Answer

Negative societal attitudes and barriers that restrict participation

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Individual physical or mental impairments

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Discriminatory practices and policies aimed at people with disabilities

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A combination of personal impairments and environmental obstacles

Question 32

According to the Equality Act 2010, employers must:

Accepted Answer

Make reasonable adjustments for disabled employees to participate fully in the workplace.

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Provide assistive technology to employees with visual impairments.

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Establish separate work areas exclusively for disabled employees.

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Offer flexible working arrangements only to employees with disabilities.

Question 33

According to the Equality Act 2010, what constitutes a disability?

Accepted Answer

A long-term physical or mental condition that significantly affects daily life.

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A physical or mental condition that prevents employment.

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A visible physical or mental condition.

Question 34

Which principle is NOT a fundamental pillar of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)?

Accepted Answer

Access to medical treatment and rehabilitation services

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Respect for inherent dignity and autonomy of individuals

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Non-discrimination on the basis of disability

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Full and effective participation in society

Question 35

Under the Equality Act 2010, employers are legally required to make reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities when:

Accepted Answer

The employee cannot do their job because of their disability and the adjustment would allow them to do it

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The employee has a permanent disability and the adjustment would be expensive

Question 36

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Societal attitudes and barriers

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Individual impairments

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Natural and inevitable life circumstances

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A combination of individual impairments and societal barriers

Question 37

According to the Medical Model of Disability, disability is primarily viewed as an:

Accepted Answer

Individual deficit or impairment

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Social construct influenced by societal attitudes and barriers

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Form of oppression perpetuated by dominant social groups

Question 38

Under the Equality Act 2010, which characteristic is **not** protected?

Accepted Answer

Wealth

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Age

Answer

Disability

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Religion

Question 39

Which provision of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 prohibits discrimination against disabled individuals in employment?

Accepted Answer

Prohibition of discrimination in employment

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Introduction of reasonable adjustments

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Establishment of a national register of disabled people

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Provision of financial support for assistive technology

Question 40

Within the Medical Model of Disability, what is deemed as the primary factor causing disability?

Accepted Answer

Impairments or limitations in physical, mental, or sensory abilities

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Societal prejudice and obstacles

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Insufficient access to education and employment opportunities

Question 41

Under the Equality Act 2010, which characteristic is NOT protected?

Accepted Answer

Social class

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Age

Answer

Disability

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Religion or belief

Question 42

According to the Equality Act 2010, what is the primary legal duty of employers regarding reasonable adjustments?

Accepted Answer

Modify job duties or the work environment to accommodate employees with disabilities.

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Provide auxiliary aids and services to disabled employees.

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Guarantee preferential treatment in promotions for disabled employees.

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Offer financial assistance for personal expenses related to disability.

Question 43

Under the Equality Act 2010, which characteristic is NOT protected?

Accepted Answer

Socioeconomic status

Answer

Age

Answer

Disability

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Religion or belief

Question 44

According to the Social Model of Disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

Societal and environmental barriers

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Biological factors within the individual

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A combination of societal factors and individual impairments

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Divine or supernatural forces

Question 45

Which attribute is NOT protected from discrimination under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

Height

Answer

Age

Answer

Disability

Question 46

Under the UK Equality Act 2010, which characteristic is NOT protected?

Accepted Answer

Political affiliation

Answer

Age

Answer

Disability

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Gender reassignment

Question 47

How do social and cultural factors influence the lives of people with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Social and cultural factors interact with medical, environmental, and individual factors to shape the experiences of people with disabilities.

Answer

Social and cultural factors have little impact on the experiences of people with disabilities.

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Social and cultural factors are the only factors that determine the experiences of people with disabilities.

Question 48

Why is it important to involve people with disabilities in designing and implementing policies and programs that affect their lives?

Accepted Answer

It ensures their perspectives and experiences are considered, leading to more inclusive and effective policies and programs.

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It is a legal requirement.

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It can delay the development and implementation of policies and programs.

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It is only necessary if the policy or program specifically affects people with disabilities.

Question 49

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

People with disabilities should be treated fairly and without discrimination.

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People with disabilities should receive preferential treatment.

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People with disabilities should be segregated from society.

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People with disabilities should be protected from harm at all costs.

Question 50

What is the primary objective of the reasonable adjustments duty under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

To ensure that individuals with disabilities are not disadvantaged in various spheres, including employment and access to public services.

Answer

To provide financial assistance to people with disabilities.

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To protect individuals with disabilities from all forms of discrimination.

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To guarantee employment for all people with disabilities.

Question 51

Which legislation forms the cornerstone of the legal framework for disability rights in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

The Equality Act 2010

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The Human Rights Act 1998

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The Disability Discrimination Act 1995

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The Mental Health Act 1983

Question 52

According to the Equality Act 2010, what constitutes a 'disability'?

Accepted Answer

A physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on a person's ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities

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Any impairment that affects a person's ability to work

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A condition that is diagnosed by a medical professional

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A condition that causes a person to be unable to live independently

Question 53

Which principle underpins the social model of disability?

Accepted Answer

Disability is a societal construct resulting from barriers in the environment

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Disability is inherent to an individual's impairments

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Individuals with disabilities should be segregated from society

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Disability is a medical condition that can be cured

Question 54

What is the primary function of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC)?

Accepted Answer

Enforcing the Equality Act 2010 and promoting equality and human rights

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Providing legal advice to individuals with disabilities

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Managing the benefits system for individuals with disabilities

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Overseeing the delivery of health and social care services for individuals with disabilities

Question 55

Which of the following is excluded as a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

Socioeconomic status

Answer

Physical impairments

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Mental health conditions

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Learning difficulties

Question 56

What is the primary purpose of the concept of 'reasonable adjustments' under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

To ensure equal opportunities for disabled people as non-disabled individuals

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To eliminate all barriers faced by disabled people

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To provide financial compensation to disabled people

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To grant legal advantages to disabled people over non-disabled people

Question 57

Which provision of the Equality Act 2010 prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment?

Accepted Answer

Prohibition on disability discrimination

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Public Sector Equality Duty

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Reasonable adjustments duty

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Duty to promote disability equality

Question 58

Which of the following is not a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

Social class

Answer

Disability

Answer

Age

Answer

Religion

Question 59

What is the primary purpose of the Disability Equality Duty?

Accepted Answer

To require public bodies to actively promote equality for people with disabilities

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To provide financial support to organizations that support people with disabilities

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To enforce the Equality Act 2010

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To raise awareness of disability issues

Question 60

Which of the following is NOT recognized as a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

Financial status

Answer

Disability

Answer

Race

Answer

Religion

Question 61

What is the primary purpose of a reasonable adjustment under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

To eliminate or minimize disadvantages faced by individuals with disabilities

Answer

To provide preferential treatment to disabled individuals

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To compensate for the effects of a disability

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To exclude disabled individuals from specific activities

Question 62

What distinguishes the social model of disability from the medical model?

Accepted Answer

It emphasizes the role of societal barriers in creating challenges for disabled individuals

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It views disability as an individual defect that requires correction

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It promotes segregation of disabled people from mainstream society

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It excludes individuals with mental health conditions

Question 63

Under the Equality Act 2010, which legal measure is crucial in protecting individuals with disabilities from discrimination in employment?

Accepted Answer

Duty to make reasonable adjustments

Answer

Right to equal pay and benefits

Answer

Right to preferential hiring practices

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Right to unlimited leave for medical reasons

Question 64

Which provision of the Equality Act 2010 specifically aims to enhance the well-being and protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Mandating reasonable adjustments in employment to remove barriers for individuals with disabilities

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Providing direct financial assistance to individuals with disabilities

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Imposing criminal penalties for discrimination against individuals with disabilities