Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) Practice Exam

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What type of behavior could be classified as sexual harassment in a workplace?

Unwelcome physical, verbal, or visual conduct
Friendly office banter among colleagues
Sarcastic remarks made during breaks
General discussions about movies or books

The correct answer is: Unwelcome physical, verbal, or visual conduct

Unwelcome physical, verbal, or visual conduct is classified as sexual harassment in the workplace because it encompasses behaviors that create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment for an individual. This definition includes a wide range of actions, such as inappropriate touching, suggestive comments, or displaying offensive images, which can contribute significantly to a negative workplace atmosphere. The key aspect here is that the conduct is unwelcome; if a recipient does not consent to or welcome these actions, it constitutes harassment. In contrast, friendly office banter, sarcastic remarks during breaks, and general discussions about movies or books typically involve consensual interactions or neutral topics that do not create an intimidating or hostile environment. These types of interactions are generally considered acceptable workplace communication unless they cross a line into inappropriate or unwelcomed territory.