Question 1

What is an example of an effective non-discriminatory practice?

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Question 2

What is key to achieving success in diversity initiatives?

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Leadership is critical to the success of diversity initiatives, as it sets the tone and direction for the organization. Leaders must be committed to diversity and inclusion and demonstrate this through their actions and decisions. Policies, compliance measures, and legislation can support diversity efforts, but they alone are not sufficient without strong leadership.

Question 3

The Osoyoos Indian Band has a goal of decreased dependency on government funding through the increasing level of self-generated income. What is another diversity-related outcome resulting from the Band's businesses?

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Question 4

Which of the following is least likely to create an environment in which diversity is embraced?

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Dictating and ensuring the initiative is implemented through HRM programs implies a top-down approach, which may not encourage employee engagement and buy-in. Embracing diversity requires a culture of inclusion where all employees feel valued and respected, and this cannot be achieved through a purely top-down approach. Instead, it requires collaboration, open communication, and employee involvement. Therefore, choice C is least likely to create an environment in which diversity is embraced.

Question 5

Employment laws have been written to protect both the employer and the employees.

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Employment laws have been created to ensure that both employers and employees are treated fairly and that any violations of their rights are addressed. These laws cover a wide range of issues, from hiring and firing practices to workplace safety and discrimination. By upholding these laws, employers can avoid legal problems while ensuring that their employees are treated with respect and dignity.

Question 6

Which of the following best defines ethics?

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Ethics refers to a system of moral values and principles of conduct that determine the proper course of action in a given situation. It is a set of standards or guidelines that govern behavior and decision-making in business and other contexts. While ethics may be included in corporate philosophies, employee guidelines, and not-for-profit policies, it is ultimately a broader concept that encompasses all aspects of human behavior and decision-making.

Question 7

What are two examples of non-discriminatory practices?

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Using culturally neutral job qualifications and performance reviews that use the same criteria for all employees is an example of non-discriminatory practices because it ensures that all employees are evaluated objectively based on the same standards. This helps to prevent bias based on personal characteristics such as race, gender, or age.

Question 8

Which of the following is a characteristic of an ethical organization?

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Recognizing and valuing employee contributions is a characteristic of an ethical organization because it demonstrates a commitment to treating employees with respect and dignity, and acknowledging their contributions to the success of the organization. While supervising employees, managing poor performance, and compensating wages are important aspects of managing an organization, they do not necessarily reflect the ethical values of an organization.

Question 9

Canada has two distinct sets of legislation: public and private sector.

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Question 10

Which of the following would be included in a code of ethics?

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A code of ethics typically includes the organization's primary values and principles that guide ethical decision-making. Informal policies and practices may not be formally documented, and human rights legislation and employment standards may be specific laws or regulations that the organization must follow, but they may not necessarily be included in a code of ethics.

Question 11

In addition to legislation, companies choose to treat their employees in certain ways because it is just "good business."

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Companies often believe that treating their employees well can lead to higher levels of job satisfaction, increased productivity, and lower turnover rates. This can ultimately result in improved financial performance and a stronger reputation for the company.

Question 12

Which of the following is an added advantage of establishing a diversity initiative?

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Establishing a diversity initiative can help discover and address unconscious biases, which can in turn lead to a more inclusive and fair workplace. Reviewing employment practices, communicating values and mission statements, and designing a performance appraisal form are all important aspects of a diversity initiative, but they are not the added advantage that sets it apart from other workplace initiatives.

Question 13

HRM practices are simply a matter of what is required by law.

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While HRM practices may include legal requirements, they also encompass a wide range of policies and procedures that go beyond legal compliance, such as training and development, performance management, and employee satisfaction initiatives.

Question 14

Being ignorant of the law is a valid excuse for the manager's illegal actions.

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Ignorance of the law is not a valid excuse for anyone's illegal actions, including a manager's. It is a commonly known legal principle that ignorance of the law is not a defense.

Question 15

Federal legislation, namely the Canada Labour Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act, applies to only about 20 percent of Canadian workers.

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Question 16

Which statement best describes diversity initiatives?

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Question 17

Managers can ignore the legal aspects of HRM, as their employers will deal with the consequences.

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Managers cannot ignore the legal aspects of HRM as it can result in legal liabilities for the organization and can negatively impact the employees. Employers cannot always deal with the consequences if the managers fail to adhere to legal regulations.

Question 18

What is whistleblowing?

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Whistleblowing is the act of reporting unethical or illegal activities to someone outside the organization, typically to the media, government, or law enforcement. It is an important way to expose wrongdoing and protect the public interest, but it can be risky for the whistleblower. Identifying weaknesses in an employee's performance, reporting unethical behavior to a direct supervisor, and reporting harassment to management are not examples of whistleblowing, although they may be necessary actions in different situations.

Question 19

Which of the following companies claims to have a culture of diversity and inclusion, even though its actions suggest otherwise?

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Walmart has been criticized for various issues related to discrimination and lack of diversity within its workforce. Despite its claims of promoting diversity and inclusion, the company has faced multiple lawsuits and allegations of unequal treatment of employees based on their race or gender.

Question 20

Federal employment laws apply to everyone who resides in Canada.

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Federal employment laws only apply to employees who work for federally regulated industries such as banking, telecommunications, and transportation. Employees who work for provincially regulated industries are subject to provincial employment laws.

Quiz 2: Operating Within the Legal Framework