Undue hardship in the context of accommodations means the accommodation is justified when?

• A. It is an accommodation that is necessary for the job or costs more than ordinary admin cost
• B. It is illegal
• C. It has a minor cost
• D. It affects morale

Answer: (A)

Undue hardship is about whether providing an accommodation would place a substantial burden on the employer’s resources. The best answer reflects two situations where an accommodation is considered justified: if it is necessary for the employee to perform the job, or if it would incur costs beyond ordinary administrative expenses. In other words, accommodations are required when they enable the essential job function, but they may be limited if they would impose a significant financial or operational burden. The other options don’t align with how undue hardship is assessed: illegality, only a minor cost, or morale effects aren’t the determining factors.