Question 1

What is the primary reason why benefits and services often do not help an organization motivate its employees?

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Question 2

In the feature Managing Ethics: Ethical Implications of Defined Contribution Plans, what ethical concerns were raised when IBM froze its defined benefit plan and began automatically enrolling employees in a 401(k) plan?

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Question 3

In the feature Managing Ethics: Ethical Implications of Defined Contribution Plans, IBM froze its defined benefit plan and began automatically enrolling employees in a 401(k) plan. What steps did IBM take to help protect its employees against the downside risks of 401(k)s?

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Question 4

When were the first federal mandatory public protection program enacted?

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Question 5

What are the similarities and differences between Social Security retirement and pensions?

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Question 6

Imagine you are talking to a manufacturer of leather handbags that has nine employees. How would you respond to the question, "Do you believe benefit packages should be selected on the basis of what is good for the employee as well as what is good for the employer?"

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Question 7

During what historical period did benefits and services to employees become more widespread, and why?

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Question 8

In the chapter opening vignette "Managing Human Resources at Ultimate Software," how does the company view its employees? What were the benefits to the company from its decision to stand by its employees during the recession?

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Question 9

Alhambra Manufacturing is a medium-sized company that makes baggage conveyors. Its CEO is thinking of setting up an on-site daycare/eldercare center, but he is concerned about potential negative response from his childless/parentless employees to this indirect compensation that will not benefit those without either children or elderly parents. What is your opinion?

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Question 10

Why are portable benefits more important these days than previously?

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Question 11

What are the risks associated with profit-sharing programs for employees and firms?

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Question 12

List four of the most common types of off-the-job paid leaves for the typical employee?

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Question 13

Under The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, employers covered under the act do not have to maintain preexisting employee health insurance during the leave period.

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Under The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, covered employers must maintain the employee's preexisting group health insurance coverage on the same terms as if the employee had continued to work.

Question 14

Why do employers provide benefits and services to their employees?

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Question 15

Injury or illness that occurs as the result of an on-the-job event usually entitles workers to workers' compensation benefits.

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This is true. Workers' compensation laws provide benefits, including medical expenses and lost wages, to workers who are injured or become ill as a result of on-the-job events.

Quiz 12: Providing Benefits and Services