Question 1

U.S. federal law does not prohibit discrimination against employees on the basis of sexual orientation.

Accepted Answer

Currently, there is no federal law in the United States that explicitly prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of sexual orientation. However, some states and local municipalities have passed their own anti-discrimination laws that include protections for LGBTQ+ individuals in the workplace.

Question 2

If my workplace goals included getting high scores on a performance evaluation, I would prefer that my supervisor be ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If my workplace goals included getting high...

Question 3

________ is the biological heritage (including physical characteristics such as one's skin color and associated traits) that people use to identify themselves.

Accepted Answer

Race refers to one's biological heritage, including physical characteristics like skin color, that are used to identify oneself. Nationality refers to the country in which a person holds citizenship, ethnicity refers to one's cultural background, and culture refers to shared beliefs, values, customs, and behaviors of a group of people.

Question 4

Which one of the following statements is true of employing disabled employees?

Accepted Answer

The statement in option D is true. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, meaning that they must have the same rights and obligations as any other employee. Additionally, studies have shown that employing people with disabilities can actually lead to increased innovation, better job performance, and higher morale among other employees. Option A is false as reasonable accommodations are often inexpensive and can even lead to cost savings for employers. Option B is false as people with disabilities possess varying levels of education, expertise, and experience just like anyone else. Option C is false as employees with disabilities are held to the same standards of conduct as any other employee, and accommodations provided are often beneficial to both the employer and employee.

Question 5

Employers generally tend to view older workers as not being flexible or adaptable and being more resistant to new technology.

Accepted Answer

This is a common stereotype that is not necessarily true for all older workers, but it is a perception that some employers hold. It is important to recognize and challenge these stereotypes to ensure fair treatment of all workers regardless of age.

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true of the findings of studies on race and ethnicity in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently found that African Americans experience discrimination and bias in the workplace, leading to worse outcomes in hiring, promotions, and pay. Option A is incorrect because studies show that African Americans are more likely to support affirmative action programs. Option C is incorrect because studies have found that people tend to give preferential treatment to those of their own race. Option D is incorrect because studies have not shown consistent differences in these areas between Whites and African Americans.

Question 7

Bruce will be making a presentation to the senior management team to encourage them to support efforts to improve the company's diversity policies and practices. One of the more compelling arguments he can use is ________.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that companies with diverse and inclusive practices tend to outperform their competitors in terms of profitability and innovation. This provides a strong business case for improving diversity policies and practices within the company. Options A and C are incorrect as they advocate for exclusive rather than inclusive practices, while option D presents a consequence rather than a compelling argument.

Question 8

One big challenge for managers of diverse workforces is to ________.

Accepted Answer

Providing accommodations for disabilities and religious beliefs that other employees don't view as special treatment is a challenge for managers of diverse workforces as they need to balance the needs of individual employees with the perceptions and attitudes of other employees. It requires sensitivity and empathy towards the needs of each employee, while also ensuring that the needs of the wider workforce are met.

Question 9

Which of the following managerial styles is traditionally considered to be feminine?

Accepted Answer

Inclusive leadership style is traditionally considered to be feminine as it involves collaboration, empathy, and building relationships. This style emphasizes teamwork and partnership rather than strict hierarchy and control, which is typically associated with more traditional masculine leadership styles such as authoritative and directive. Leading by example can be a characteristic of any leadership style, feminine or masculine.

Question 10

Women and men now each make up almost half of the workforce in the United States.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of December 2021, women make up 47.1% and men make up 52.9% of the workforce in the United States.

Question 11

Employers are justified if they do not hire workers with disabilities as they lack job skills and experience necessary to perform as well as their abled counterparts.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false and reflects discriminatory attitudes towards individuals with disabilities. Many people with disabilities have the skills and experience necessary to perform as well as their abled counterparts, and employers are legally required to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees to perform essential job functions. Denying job opportunities to people with disabilities based on assumptions about their abilities is a violation of their rights and perpetuates inequality in the workplace.

Question 12

Women tend to be more argumentative and less willing to conform to authority than men

Accepted Answer

There is no inherent trait that makes one gender more argumentative or less willing to conform to authority. Any differences in behavior can be attributed to societal and cultural factors, not biology. It is important to avoid making sweeping generalizations about entire genders.

Question 13

Which of the following racial groups have been the focus of most race and ethnographic studies of workplace diversity in the United States?

Accepted Answer

African Americans and Whites have been the focus of most race and ethnographic studies of workplace diversity in the United States. While studies have been conducted for other racial groups as well, the majority of research has focused on the relationship and interactions between African Americans and Whites in the workplace.

Question 14

Lulumelon owns a chain of fashion stores that serve men's, women's, and children's clothing categories. Jay, a motorcycle accident victim with an amputated leg, applies for a position at one of the stores in an upmarket location. Which one of the following assumptions by Lulumelon would prevent them from hiring him?

Accepted Answer

This assumption suggests that Lulumelon may not know how to handle potential disciplinary actions for disabled employees, which could make them hesitant to hire Jay. It is not relevant to assume that most workers with disabilities require no accommodation, that a person with a disability has the same job performance obligations and rights, or that absentee rates for sick time are equal between employees with and without disabilities.

Question 15

Which one of the following diversity factors has been called the "last acceptable bias"?

Accepted Answer

Sexual orientation has often been referred to as the "last acceptable bias" due to the persistence of negative attitudes and discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals, even as other forms of bias are increasingly recognized and challenged.

Question 16

Age discrimination is prohibited by the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Accepted Answer

Age discrimination is actually prohibited by the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, not the Fair Labor Standards Act or the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Question 17

________ refers to the social traits that are shared by a human population.

Accepted Answer

Ethnicity refers to the social traits that are shared by a human population, such as culture, language, and customs. Race refers to physical characteristics, ancestry refers to one's familial or genetic origin, and nationality refers to one's legal citizenship or country of origin.

Question 18

Men are found to follow a nurturing, inclusive, and collaborative style of leadership, in contrast to women.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. There is no evidence to support that all men follow a nurturing, inclusive, and collaborative style of leadership, and that women do not. Leadership styles can vary greatly among individuals regardless of gender.

Question 19

Research indicates that men tend to prefer jobs that encourage work-life balance more than women do.

Accepted Answer

Research shows that women tend to prioritize work-life balance more than men, and may even be willing to take a pay cut or lower position in order to achieve it. Men, on the other hand, may prioritize career advancement and financial compensation over work-life balance. However, it is important to note that individual preferences and priorities may vary, and there are certainly men and women who value work-life balance equally.

Question 20

In the job setting, African Americans are found to receive lower job performance ratings, be paid less, and be promoted less frequently than their white counterparts.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that African Americans face racial disparities in the workplace, including lower job performance ratings, lower pay, and less frequent promotions compared to their white counterparts.

Quiz 5: Managing Diversity