Disability and Employment: Key Concepts and Practices

Question 1

According to the social model of disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

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Societal barriers that hinder participation

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Individual characteristics that limit a person's abilities

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Increased vulnerability to unemployment

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Incompatibility with reasonable adjustments

Question 2

Which factor is seen as a primary barrier to employment for people with disabilities, according to the social model of disability?

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Negative attitudes and stereotypes

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Impairments

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Lack of reasonable adjustments

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Limited access to education and training

Question 3

According to the 'social model' of disability, which of the following is a key principle?

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Society is responsible for creating inclusive environments for people with disabilities.

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Disability is caused by individual characteristics.

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People with disabilities should be segregated from society.

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Disability is an unchangeable condition.

Question 4

According to the Equality Act 2010, which action is NOT considered a reasonable adjustment for employees with disabilities in the workplace?

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Refusing employment opportunities based on disability

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Adjusting job responsibilities

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Supplying assistive technology

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Modifying the physical workspace

Question 5

Which model of disability emphasizes the role of social and environmental factors in shaping the experience of disability?

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Social model

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Medical model

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Biopsychosocial model

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Human rights model

Question 6

According to the Social Model of Disability, which principle highlights the influence of society in defining disability, rather than focusing solely on individual impairments?

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Disability is a social construct shaped by societal attitudes and barriers.

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Disability is an inherent characteristic of individuals with impairments.

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Employers have no obligation to create inclusive workplaces for employees with disabilities.

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Disability is a personal challenge that individuals must overcome on their own.

Question 7

Under the Equality Act 2010, employers are legally obligated to:

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Make reasonable adjustments for disabled employees.

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Provide accessible transportation to and from work.

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Pay disabled employees higher wages than non-disabled colleagues.

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Provide separate break rooms and facilities for disabled employees.

Question 8

Under the Equality Act 2010, employers in the UK are legally required to:

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Make reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities.

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Hire a specific number of employees with disabilities.

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Offer equal benefits to all employees, regardless of disability.

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Allow all employees to work remotely.

Question 9

According to the UK's Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) of 2005, employers are required to:

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Make reasonable adjustments for disabled employees.

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Pay disabled employees a higher minimum wage.

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Avoid hiring disabled employees.

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Dismiss disabled employees without notice.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a reasonable adjustment that an employer should make for an employee with a disability?

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Paying disabled employees a lower wage than non-disabled employees

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Offering part-time work options

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Providing accessible parking spaces

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Installing assistive technology

Question 11

In the social model of disability, what is considered the primary cause of disability?

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Interplay of individual and societal factors

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Individual impairments within the person

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Insufficient personal determination and resilience

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Disability is solely a matter of personal perception

Question 12

In the social model of disability, what is identified as the main cause of disability?

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Societal discrimination and exclusion

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Physical or mental impairments

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Lack of individual motivation and effort

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A combination of individual and societal factors

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT considered a reasonable adjustment for employees with disabilities in the workplace?

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Demoting an employee without addressing disability-related barriers

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Modifying job duties to accommodate limitations

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Providing assistive devices for specific needs

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Adjusting work schedules for medical appointments

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a reasonable adjustment that employers must make for employees with disabilities?

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Refusing to promote an employee due to their disability

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Modifying job duties or responsibilities

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Providing assistive technology or equipment

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Adjusting work schedules or break times

Question 15

Which types of discrimination can people with disabilities face in the workplace?

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Direct discrimination

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Indirect discrimination

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Harassment

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Positive discrimination

Question 16

According to the social model of disability, which principle is considered fundamental?

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People with disabilities encounter discrimination and exclusion.

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Disability is an inherent trait of individuals.

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Disability is not a social construct.

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People with disabilities require extensive support to participate fully in society.

Question 17

As per the social model of disability, what's the main cause of disability?

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Social and environmental barriers

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Biological impairments

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Psychological factors

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Genetic predispositions

Question 18

According to the social model of disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

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Societal barriers

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Personal tragedy

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Pity and assistance

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Individual impairments

Question 19

Employers have a legal obligation to make reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities. Which of the following is NOT considered a reasonable adjustment?

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Refusing to hire disabled employees

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Modifying job tasks or responsibilities

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Providing accessible equipment or modifying the workplace

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Allowing flexible work arrangements

Question 20

According to the Equality Act 2010, employers must:

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Make reasonable adjustments for disabled employees.

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Hire a specific number of disabled employees.

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Exclude disabled employees from the Act's protections.

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Pay disabled employees less than non-disabled employees.

Question 21

Which action by an employer is NOT considered a reasonable adjustment for an employee with a disability?

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Terminating the employee's employment due to their disability

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Modifying job duties to align with the employee's abilities

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Providing assistive technology or adaptive equipment to support job performance

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Offering flexible work arrangements, such as remote work or adjusted hours

Question 22

Which workplace culture is most conducive to the employment of individuals with disabilities?

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Supportive

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Exclusive

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Toxic

Question 23

Which principle underpins inclusive employment practices that value diversity and individual differences?

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Foster a workplace that celebrates and embraces diversity.

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Enforce strict adherence to uniform expectations and standards.

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Implement policies for equal treatment and advancement opportunities.

Question 24

According to the social model of disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

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Societal barriers and attitudes

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Physical or mental impairments

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Inherent lack of capability

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Need to conceal disability from society

Question 25

Which workplace culture can hinder the employment opportunities and career advancement of people with disabilities?

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A culture characterized by low expectations, limited support, and a lack of accommodations for employees with disabilities

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A culture that promotes inclusivity, diversity, and equal opportunities for all employees

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A culture that prioritizes high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement

Question 26

Which model of disability focuses on societal factors that hinder individuals with impairments?

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Social model

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Medical model

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Functional model

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Biopsychosocial model

Question 27

In relation to disability and employment, which provision in the Equality Act 2010 imposes a legal obligation on employers to make reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities?

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Employers must make reasonable adjustments to ensure that employees with disabilities can perform their job effectively.

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Employers must make all necessary adjustments to accommodate employees with disabilities.

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Employers must only make adjustments if they are requested by an employee with a disability.

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Employers can refuse to make adjustments if they believe it would cause them undue financial hardship.

Question 28

According to the social model of disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

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Societal attitudes and environmental barriers

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Individual impairments

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Complete separation from society

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Lack of recognition of individual impairments

Question 29

Under the Equality Act 2010, employers are legally obligated to:

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Make reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities.

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Give preferential treatment to employees with disabilities in hiring and promotions.

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Legally refuse to hire individuals with certain disabilities.

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Deny employees with disabilities benefits like sick leave or health insurance.

Question 30

In the social model of disability, what is the main factor that influences the experiences of people with disabilities in the workplace?

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Societal attitudes and environmental factors

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Individual impairments

Question 31

In inclusive employment practices, which approach focuses on customizing the work environment to meet the unique needs and abilities of employees with disabilities?

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Reasonable accommodation

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Universal design

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Job carving

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Assistive technology

Question 32

What is the main objective of 'supported employment' programs in the context of disability employment?

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To help individuals with disabilities find and maintain stable employment.

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To provide financial assistance to individuals with disabilities who cannot work.

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To offer specialized training and education programs for individuals with disabilities.

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To provide housing and care services for individuals with disabilities.

Question 33

Which model of disability suggests that individual traits are the main cause of disability, rather than societal factors?

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Medical model of disability

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Social model of disability

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Life-course model of disability

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Sociopolitical model of disability

Question 34

Which assistive technology device helps people with visual impairments read printed text by converting it into an audio format?

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Text-to-speech software

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Hearing aid

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Speech-to-text software

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Prosthetic limb

Question 35

Within the social model of disability, what is considered the primary cause of disability?

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Societal attitudes and barriers

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Individual impairments

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Insufficient medical treatment

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Genetic predispositions

Question 36

Within the social model of disability, what is the main objective in the context of employment?

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Promoting equal opportunities and an inclusive workplace for individuals with disabilities.

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Identifying individual limitations that contribute to disability.

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Developing assistive technologies to enhance capabilities in the workplace.

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Providing financial support to unemployed individuals with disabilities.

Question 37

Under the Equality Act 2010, which provision requires employers to make adjustments to ensure equal opportunities for disabled employees?

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Employers must make reasonable adjustments to the workplace or work schedule for disabled employees.

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Employers must create separate workspaces for disabled employees.

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Employers must provide financial assistance for transportation and medical expenses.

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Employers must hire a specific percentage of disabled employees.

Question 38

In disability studies, which theory views disability as a result of societal barriers rather than an individual's personal traits?

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Social Model

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Medical Model

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Charity Model

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Functionalist Model

Question 39

In the context of disability employment, what legal obligation requires employers to modify the workplace to accommodate the needs of employees with disabilities?

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Reasonable Adjustments

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Ergonomics

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Assistive Technology

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Job Restructuring

Question 40

According to the Equality Act 2010, employers must take which action to ensure equal access and participation in the job application process for individuals with disabilities?

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Make reasonable adjustments to application procedures to accommodate their needs.

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Make adjustments only after a job offer has been accepted.

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Choose whether or not to make adjustments.

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Make adjustments only if explicitly requested.

Question 41

According to the social model of disability, what is the primary factor in determining whether an individual experiences disability?

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The existence of societal and environmental barriers that restrict participation

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The severity of their physical or mental impairments

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Their personal attitudes towards their own limitations

Question 42

What is the main advantage of supported employment programs for people with disabilities?

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Increased job opportunities and job retention

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Reduced need for government assistance

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Improved social skills

Question 43

The social model of disability emphasizes that disability is primarily caused by:

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Societal attitudes, prejudice, and environmental barriers.

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Individual limitations and medical conditions.

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Genetic factors and biological differences.

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A combination of personal limitations and societal factors.

Question 44

What is a fundamental principle of supported employment models?

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Individualized support and accommodations for success in competitive employment

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Permanent, full-time employment for individuals with disabilities

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Temporary, entry-level positions for individuals with disabilities

Question 45

Which model of disability focuses on the societal and environmental factors that hinder employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Social model

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Medical model

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Biopsychosocial model

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Functional limitations model

Question 46

According to the social model of disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

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Societal oppression

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Personal misfortune

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Individual impairments

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Human diversity

Question 47

How can we most effectively foster an inclusive society that values and supports individuals with disabilities in all aspects of life?

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By challenging our preconceptions and attitudes towards people with disabilities.

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By enacting new legislation to safeguard the rights of people with disabilities.

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By providing preferential treatment to people with disabilities.

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By establishing distinct facilities and services for people with disabilities.

Question 48

How does the biopsychosocial model of disability differ from the social and medical models?

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It considers the impact of societal factors on disability, unlike the medical model.

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It focuses only on the individual, while the social model focuses only on society.

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It is a newer model than the social and medical models.

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It is not widely accepted by disability rights activists.

Question 49

Which concept, central to disability studies, is NOT applicable in the context of employment?

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The medical model of disability

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Barriers to employment faced by individuals with disabilities

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Inclusive workplace practices

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The impact of societal attitudes and biases on disability

Question 50

The Social Model of Disability suggests that disability is:

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A product of societal barriers

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A personal tragedy

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A result of individual impairments

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A medical condition that limits functioning

Question 51

Which of the following is **not** a key concept in Disability Studies?

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Genetics as the sole cause of disability

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Employment barriers faced by people with disabilities

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Social model of disability

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Inclusive workplace practices

Question 52

To foster inclusive workplace cultures that embrace individuals with cognitive disabilities, what are the key elements of best practices and why are they effective?

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Providing assistive technologies and flexible work arrangements

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Establishing a culture of respect and understanding

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Providing opportunities for professional development and career advancement

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Mandating that all employees attend disability awareness training

Question 53

According to the social model of disability, the root cause of disability is primarily attributed to:

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Societal barriers and attitudes

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Impairments or health conditions

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Combination of impairments and societal factors

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Medical conditions only

Question 54

What is NOT a key concept in Disability Studies?

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Economic model of health

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Impairment

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Social model of disability

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Biopsychosocial model of disability

Question 55

What is the primary goal of equal opportunities policies in the United Kingdom?

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Eliminating discrimination against people with disabilities in various settings, including employment

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Promoting inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace

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Providing financial assistance to people with disabilities

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Enforcing quotas for hiring people with disabilities

Question 56

What is the key distinction between impairment and disability?

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Impairment refers to a physical or mental condition, while disability refers to the social and environmental barriers that restrict a person's participation and inclusion

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Disability is a permanent condition, while impairment can be temporary

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Impairment is always visible, while disability can be hidden or invisible

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Disability is always a negative experience, while impairment can be neutral or even positive

Question 57

What is the MOST important first step for organizations to build a workplace culture that is inclusive of people with disabilities?

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Encourage open conversations and respectful communication to build empathy and understanding.

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Provide training programs only for staff members with disabilities.

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Hire a consultant to give a one-time presentation about disability.

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Create a support group specifically for employees with disabilities.

Question 58

In recent years, what has been a notable trend in the UK labour market with respect to disability?

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A rise in employment rates among people with disabilities

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A decline in the proportion of disabled individuals holding managerial positions

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A growing disparity in wages between disabled and non-disabled employees

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A shift towards more flexible and part-time work arrangements for people with disabilities

Question 59

Under the Equality Act 2010, what is the legal obligation of employers towards employees with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

To make reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities

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To hire a specific quota of employees with disabilities

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To provide exclusive benefits and privileges to employees with disabilities

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To terminate employment contracts of employees who acquire disabilities

Question 60

According to the social model of disability, what is the primary cause of disability?

Accepted Answer

The interaction between an individual's impairments and their environment

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Solely individual physical or mental impairments

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Personal misfortunes or divine punishment

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A combination of genetic factors and lifestyle choices

Question 61

Which of the following is a potential drawback of using assistive technologies in employment settings for individuals with disabilities?

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Dependency on technology

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Increased productivity

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Enhanced accessibility

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Improved job satisfaction

Question 62

Identify the unique employment barriers faced by individuals with visible and invisible disabilities, and assess the importance of reasonable adjustments in overcoming these challenges.

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Individuals with invisible disabilities may face stigma and discrimination in the workplace.

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Visible disabilities present greater challenges for workplace accommodation than invisible disabilities.

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Reasonable adjustments are only necessary for individuals with severe disabilities.

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Employers are not legally required to provide reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities.

Question 63

Which concept is not a key theoretical framework in disability and employment studies?

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The evolutionary model of disability

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The social model of disability

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The medical model of disability

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Intersectionality

Question 64

Within the context of disability and employment research, which concept emphasizes the social and environmental factors that contribute to disability?

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Social model of disability

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Economic model of disability

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Medical model of disability

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Charity model of disability