Question 1

Which of the following phrases refers to procedures designed to minimize the impact of work on family life?

Accepted Answer

Family-friendly workplace policies refer to procedures designed to minimize the impact of work on family life. Gender equality and occupational segregation do not specifically address this issue.

Question 2

Which of the following phrases includes flextime choices, typically offering employees some choice on arrival and departure times and a compressed workweek that usually consists of four 10-hour days and job-sharing arrangements (where two employees share the responsibilities of one position)?

Accepted Answer

The phrase "flextime choices" specifically refers to the option for employees to choose their own arrival and departure times, which is a form of flexible work schedule. The other options listed do not include these specific choices.

Question 3

The social construction of differences between women and men and the social attributes and opportunities associated with being female and male is called:

Accepted Answer

The social construction of differences between women and men and the social attributes and opportunities associated with being female and male is called gender. Sex refers to the biological differences between males and females, and the glass ceiling refers to the invisible barrier that prevents women from advancing in their careers.

Question 4

Which of the following phrases connotes gender-based behaviors, policies, and actions that adversely affect a person's work by leading to unequal treatment or the creation of an intimidating environment because of one's gender?

Accepted Answer

Gender discrimination refers to gender-based behaviors, policies, and actions that adversely affect a person's work by leading to unequal treatment or the creation of an intimidating environment because of one's gender. Gender roles refer to social and cultural expectations of how individuals should behave based on their gender, while Title VII is a federal law that prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Question 5

Which of the following phrases implies a social order in which women and men share the same opportunities and the same constraints concerning full participation in both the economic and the domestic realms?

Accepted Answer

Gender equality implies equal opportunities and rights for men and women in all spheres of life. Gender roles and stereotypes are often used to reinforce gender inequality and limit women's participation in certain areas such as the workforce or leadership positions.

Question 6

The difference in earnings received by women and men for performing similar duties or tasks is called:

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe the difference in earnings based on gender is the gender wage gap. This gap refers to the difference in pay between men and women for performing similar duties or tasks. The other options, remuneration and compensation, refer more generally to payment for work or services and are not specific to gender differences.

Question 7

Which of the following phrases symbolizes barriers that are based on attitudinal or organizational biases that prevent qualified women from advancing higher in their organizations?

Accepted Answer

The phrase "glass ceiling" refers specifically to the invisible barriers that prevent women and other minority groups from advancing in their careers beyond a certain level. This is often due to attitudinal or organizational biases, rather than a lack of qualifications or skills. Option A ("work-life balance") refers to the challenge of balancing professional and personal responsibilities, but is not directly related to barriers to advancement. Option B ("occupational segregation") refers to the concentration of certain demographics (e.g. women or minorities) in particular industries or roles, but does not necessarily indicate barriers to advancement within a particular organization.

Question 8

The concentrating of women and men into particular occupations is called:

Accepted Answer

Occupational segregation refers to the phenomenon in which women and men are concentrated in different occupations or fields of work. This may be due to various factors such as societal norms and expectations, discrimination, and differences in education and training opportunities.

Question 9

Which of the following terms represents traditional beliefs about what functions are appropriate for women and men?

Accepted Answer

Gender roles represents traditional beliefs about what functions are appropriate for women and men.

Question 10

A period of time when a father is legally allowed to be away from his job to spend time with his child is called:

Accepted Answer

Paternity leave is a period of time when a father is legally allowed to be away from his job to spend time with his child. Maternity leave, on the other hand, is time off from work for a mother after giving birth. The good ol' boys network refers to a group of men who use their social and professional connections to help each other advance in their careers, and is not related to parental leave.

Quiz 5: Gender in the Workforce