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According to the Fair Labor Standards Act, are employers required to provide paid meal and rest breaks for employees?

  1. Yes, mandatory for all employees

  2. No, employers are not required to provide paid breaks

  3. Paid breaks are optional for employers

  4. Only rest breaks are mandatory

The correct answer is: No, employers are not required to provide paid breaks

The correct answer is B. According to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), employers are not required to provide paid meal and rest breaks for employees. While some states have specific requirements regarding breaks, the FLSA does not mandate that employers provide paid breaks for their employees. It is important for employers to be aware of any state-specific regulations that may differ from federal law.