Question 1

When designing an employee bonus program all departments must be considered to ensure that everyone is being treated fairly and consistently. This meets which criteria of procedural justice?

Accepted Answer

Representativeness means that all relevant groups should be included and considered when making decisions. In this case, all departments need to be considered to ensure consistency and fairness, which aligns with the concept of representativeness.

Question 2

A psychological contract could best be described as:

Accepted Answer

A psychological contract refers to the employee's expectation of what they will receive in return for their contributions to the company. It is a mutual agreement between the employer and the employee that outlines their responsibilities and expectations. Factors such as job security, rewards, and opportunities for development are often included in a psychological contract.

Question 3

When the job offer was made to Amanda, the HR Manager based her starting salary on her having 11 years of experience. After Amanda started her supervisor found out that she really has 17 years of experience which puts her in a higher salary category. To save money, the supervisor never shared this information with the HR Manager, and thereby violated which procedural justice criteria?

Accepted Answer

The answer of When the job offer was made to...

Question 4

An alliance of independent countries established to create a single market by defining common commercial policy and reducing economic differences is known as:

Accepted Answer

The European Union is an alliance of independent countries that aims to create a single market through the reduction of economic differences and the definition of common commercial policy. This has been achieved through the implementation of various policies and regulations, such as the free movement of goods, services, capital, and people within member states.

Question 5

BCD Industries has made arrangements to have the computer components tat they manufacture be assembled overseas. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

BCD Industries' decision to have their computer components assembled overseas is a clear example of offshoring, which is the practice of having work done in a foreign country to take advantage of lower costs or different expertise. This does not necessarily indicate the company is employing a global, transnational or domestic strategy, nor is it an example of telecommuting, which involves employees working from home or offsite locations using technology.

Question 6

Marla met with her supervisor today to complete her annual performance evaluation. Her supervisor pointed out several areas that she needs to improve upon and also noted that she has failed to complete certain tasks by the required deadlines. In addition, her supervisor used a very reprimanding and demeaning tone towards Marla which was very upsetting to her. Marla felt that the evaluation was unfair based on the fact that she had never been told in the past that there were any concern with her work or that she had not met deadlines. Marla may respond in all of the following ways EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Marla can choose any of the responses listed (A, B, C, D) as a way to deal with her performance evaluation situation, so stating that she may respond in all ways except one is incorrect. Each option represents a potential reaction to the situation described.

Question 7

To help employees achieve work/life balance organizations would most likely consider:

Accepted Answer

Offering on site day care can help working parents handle their responsibilities easier and allowing flexible schedules can allow employees to manage their time. Car discounts may not necessarily contribute to work/life balance.

Question 8

Establishing independent business units in several countries is known as a:

Accepted Answer

Establishing independent business units in several countries is known as a multinational strategy, which involves operating in multiple countries with decentralized decision-making and tailored products or services for each market.

Question 9

Ashley's productivity and attention to detail has seemed to be declining over the past few weeks. She recently moved into a new work area which is further down the hall from your office so that she could be closer to her work group. She has worked for you for two years and you have not had any issue like this with her in the past. Which of the following may best describe the situation?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Ashley's productivity and attention to detail has...

Question 10

The organization you work for has a policy that employees are promoted from within before external candidates are considered for job openings. This type of policy most directly impacts the:

Accepted Answer

The psychological contract is the unwritten agreement between an employee and an organization that outlines the expectations of both parties. This policy directly impacts the psychological contract because it creates an expectation that employees will be promoted from within, which can affect their motivation and commitment to the organization.

Question 11

As an employer you don't want to lose your baby boomer work force due to the amount of knowledge and organizational history they possess. You also want to attract and retain younger workers who have updated skills and fresh perspectives about the work. Which of the following idea(s) may you want to consider?

Accepted Answer

Offering retiree benefits can incentivize baby boomers to stay, while student loan repayment programs can attract younger workers. Matching employees in similar age groups (choice B) does not address the goal of retaining baby boomers or attracting younger workers with different perspectives.

Question 12

Mike received an adjustment to his wages today because his supervisor explained that he would be taking on some additional responsibilities since he has demonstrated great effort and commitment to his work. What has just occurred could be labeled as:

Accepted Answer

This is an example of distributive justice, as Mike has been given a wage adjustment based on his performance and added responsibilities. The allocation of rewards or benefits based on individuals' contributions or qualifications is a key component of distributive justice.

Question 13

A manager can impact how an employee reacts to a perceived injustice most greatly by:

Accepted Answer

By establishing an open and trusting relationship with the employee, the manager can create a safe and comfortable space for the employee to express their concerns about any perceived injustice. This can lead to a better understanding of the situation and finding a solution that satisfies both parties. The other choices do not directly address the issue of how to handle a perceived injustice.

Question 14

Jose's supervisor often reprimands him in front of his coworkers, does not return his calls or emails when he has a question, and communicates process changes to his coworkers, leaving Jose left out. Jose's supervisor has not demonstrated appropriate:

Accepted Answer

Jose's supervisor is not demonstrating interactional justice by reprimanding him in front of coworkers, not communicating effectively, and excluding him from important information. Interactional justice refers to treating individuals with respect and dignity, providing explanations and feedback, and showing concern for the individual's feelings.

Question 15

A large soft drink company wants to expand their market to other countries. They don't plan to make any changes to their product or focus on any particular country. This organization could be described as following which strategy?

Accepted Answer

The company is not making any changes to their product, which indicates that they are following a standardized approach across all the countries they want to expand to. This approach is characteristic of a global strategy where the company aims to offer the same product or service in all the countries it operates in.

Question 16

Before deciding to move the assembly of its computer components overseas, BCD Industries should have taken all of the following into considerations it relates to managing its employees EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The amount of unemployment claims it may have if overseas employees have to be downsized is not directly related to managing the current employees of the company. The other options all relate to managing employees, including the cost of labor, skill level, culture, and availability in the overseas location.

Question 17

Telecommuting can have all of the following impacts EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Enhanced communication between telecommuters and their supervisors is not a typical impact of telecommuting. Telecommuting can sometimes lead to communication challenges due to the lack of face-to-face interaction.

Question 18

Considering the latest labor force trends, select the statement which is most likely to be correct.

Accepted Answer

According to recent labor force trends, women are expected to make up almost half of the labor force within the next 10 years. Option A is incorrect because studies suggest that people are working for longer, and there is an increase in the participation rate of older workers. Option B is incorrect because the Hispanic workforce is growing at a faster rate than the white workforce. Option C is also incorrect because white males are still the largest group in the labor force, but their share is decreasing. Option E is incorrect because the average age of the labor force is increasing, not decreasing.

Question 19

Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding unemployment?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is most...

Question 20

Work / life balance is becoming more important to employees due to the following reasons EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The statement about affordability of travel prompting people to request more vacation is not a reason why work/life balance is becoming more important to employees. The other options all relate to the growing demand for work/life balance, such as the need to care for young children or elderly relatives, and the changing composition of households.

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