1. Discuss the pros and cons of choosing an integrated paid time-off policy instead of multiple specific paid time-off policies-for example, sick leave, vacation, and so forth.
2. Most companies award vacation and sick-leave time according to seniority. Should companies base the allocation of these benefits on employee performance? Discuss the rationale for your answer.
3. Should the U.S. government mandate similar paid time-off benefits for all employees? Explain why or why not.
4. Are carryover provisions in paid sick leave and vacation benefits unfair to some employees? If yes, for whom are these provisions unfair? In either case, explain the rationale for your answer.