Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) Practice Exam

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What does FMLA specifically protect for employees?

The ability to negotiate salaries
The right to medical care
The right to take time off for medical and family reasons
The ability to work remotely

The correct answer is: The right to take time off for medical and family reasons

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) specifically protects the right of employees to take time off for medical and family reasons. Under this act, eligible employees are entitled to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave in a 12-month period for various circumstances, including the birth of a child, the adoption of a child, personal or family illness, or to care for a family member with a serious health condition. This protection ensures that employees can address critical personal or family health issues without the fear of losing their jobs or health benefits during this period. The other choices do not align with the specific protections offered by FMLA. While negotiating salaries can occur in workplaces, it isn't covered under this act. Similarly, while the right to medical care is fundamental, FMLA itself does not guarantee medical care, rather it protects job rights during periods where time is needed for medical reasons. Lastly, while remote work has become increasingly common, FMLA does not specifically protect or mandate the ability to work from home; its focus is strictly on leave for medical and family necessities.