Question 1

Evidence suggests that demographically diverse teams are far more effective than homogeneous teams.

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

Internal hiring methods are often less expensive than external hiring methods.

Accepted Answer

Internal hiring methods typically require less resources, time, and money compared to external hiring methods such as job postings, recruitment events, and hiring agencies. Additionally, internal candidates may already be familiar with company culture and objectives, thus requiring less training and onboarding time.

Question 3

Employing organizations usually have a lot of control over the quality of the flexible workforce.

Accepted Answer

Employing organizations often have limited control over the quality of the flexible workforce because these workers may come from external agencies, have varying levels of commitment, and possess diverse skill sets that are not always fully aligned with the organization's standards or expectations.

Question 4

A key advantage of having a core work force is that it provides _________.

Accepted Answer

A core work force provides greater predictability as they are permanent employees with established roles and responsibilities. They bring stability to the organization and allow for better forecasting and planning. While a core work force may lead to other benefits such as increased profitability or lower costs, these are not direct advantages of having a core work force. Option B is incorrect as a core work force may not be as flexible in modifying organizational plans as a temporary work force. Option D is also incorrect as a core work force may have higher costs associated with benefits and other employee-related expenses.

Question 5

Outsourcing is a more drastic step than using independent contractors or temporary employees.

Accepted Answer

Outsourcing involves transferring entire business functions or processes to an external company, while using independent contractors or temporary employees only involves hiring individuals on a project-by-project basis. Therefore, outsourcing is a more significant decision and has greater implications for the organization.

Question 6

Sometimes members of the internal workforce will resent external hires, which can limit the effectiveness of external hiring.

Accepted Answer

It is possible for internal employees to feel threatened or resentful towards external hires, which can create tension and limit the effectiveness of bringing in new talent from outside the organization.

Question 7

One reason organizations outsource is because specialized vendors can achieve economies of scale for routine tasks that would be performed across many organizations.

Accepted Answer

Specialized vendors can achieve economies of scale for routine tasks, which allows them to perform these tasks more efficiently and cost-effectively than individual organizations. This is one of the main reasons why organizations outsource certain functions or processes.

Question 8

A flexible workforce can bring in new technical and administrative knowledge that isn't available from the core workforce.

Accepted Answer

A flexible workforce often consists of temporary or freelance workers who bring in diverse skills and experiences that may not be available in the core workforce. This can provide organizations with the resources they need to quickly adapt to new challenges and implement innovative solutions.

Question 9

Despite popular press to the contrary, there hasn't really been an increase in the number of Latinos and Asians in the American workforce.

Accepted Answer

While the percentage of Latinos and Asians in the American workforce has increased over the years, it is not as dramatic as often portrayed in the media. However, the absolute number of Latinos and Asians in the workforce has increased due to population growth and immigration.

Question 10

Companies often prefer internal hiring because it gives them a large labor market to recruit from.

Accepted Answer

Internal hiring limits the labor market to the company's current employees, whereas external hiring opens up the recruitment process to a larger labor market.

Question 11

A(n) ______ provides specific task and project assistance to the organization, such as maintenance, bookkeeping, advertising, programming, and consulting, with payment contingent on completion of the project (rather than time worked or methods of completing the task).

Accepted Answer

An independent contractor provides specific task and project assistance to the organization, with payment contingent on completion of the project (rather than time worked or methods of completing the task). They differ from temporary workers in that they are not employees of the organization and are typically brought in for a specific project or task. Offshore sites are locations outside of the company's home country where work is outsourced or offshored. An external service provider is a broader term that can encompass various types of services including independent contractors, but it is not specific to contingent payment arrangements.

Question 12

Advantages of a core workforce include ______________.

Accepted Answer

A core workforce provides stability, continuity, and predictability to the organization, which contributes to long-term success. Additionally, a core workforce tends to have a sense of commitment and shared purpose toward the organization's purpose, which can increase productivity and overall morale. Finally, by directly controlling how it acquires its workforce, an organization can ensure that the right people are hired and trained to meet its specific needs.

Question 13

Active diversity planning occurs when the organization encourages underrepresented minorities to apply for positions, actively recruits from a variety of sources, and provides additional training and mentoring to underrepresented groups.

Accepted Answer

Active diversity planning involves proactively seeking out underrepresented minorities, encouraging them to apply for positions, and providing support and resources to ensure their success within the organization. This includes recruiting from a variety of sources and offering additional training and mentoring opportunities to address any potential barriers or obstacles for underrepresented groups.

Question 14

Studies show that women and minorities are largely indifferent to whether an organization has a commitment to diversity in their recruiting efforts.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. Studies have actually shown that women and minorities prioritize diversity and inclusion efforts in their decision-making process when considering job opportunities.

Question 15

Outsourcing is confined almost exclusively to manufacturing work.

Accepted Answer

Outsourcing can include a wide range of activities and services beyond manufacturing, such as IT support, customer service, accounting, and more.

Question 16

A major disadvantage of a flexible work force is that ________.

Accepted Answer

All of the above options are major disadvantages of a flexible work force. Having a flexible work force can lead to loss of control over workers, conflict between core and flexible workers, and flexible workers may be less familiar with equipment.

Question 17

Which of the following are advantages of external staffing?

Accepted Answer

External staffing allows an organization to bring in employees with new knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (KSAOs) that may not be present in the current workforce. While it may be a quick method to identify job applicants, it is not necessarily less expensive than internal staffing.

Question 18

Organizations need to take diversity into account because the workforce has become more diverse.

Accepted Answer

With globalization and increasing awareness, people from different cultures, races, genders, and backgrounds have joined the workforce. It is important to recognize and accept diversity in the workplace to create a positive and inclusive environment, and to leverage the unique perspectives and abilities of individuals from diverse backgrounds to promote innovation and growth.

Question 19

Which of the following services is not provided by staffing firms?

Accepted Answer

Staffing firms typically do not absorb full legal liability for temporary workers. While they may provide advance screening of job candidates and on-site managers to help with training, legal liability for temporary workers remains with the staffing firm's client company.

Question 20

A flexible workforce can be obtained by using staffing firms or independent contractors.

Accepted Answer

Staffing firms and independent contractors allow companies to adjust their workforce according to their needs, making it more flexible.

Quiz 3: Planning