Question 1

Compared to other types of employees,Hispanics are more likely to be assumed to have less education.

Accepted Answer

Hispanics are assumed to be less well educated than other minority groups.

Question 2

The racial and ethnic diversity of the U.S.population is decreasing at an exponential rate.

Accepted Answer

The racial and ethnic diversity of the U.S.population is increasing at an exponential rate.

Question 3

On average,the U.S population is projected to become younger.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the U.S.Census Bureau,the median age of a person in the United States is the highest it has ever been.

Question 4

The passage of the ADA has increased employment rates significantly for those with disabilities.

Accepted Answer

The passage of the ADA does not appear to have increased employment rates significantly for those with disabilities.

Question 5

It is of little importance for managers to be sensitive and responsive to the needs and concerns of workers who may be less fortunate than themselves in terms of income and financial resources.

Accepted Answer

Socioeconomic diversity suggests that managers need to be sensitive and responsive to the needs and concerns of workers who may be less fortunate than themselves in terms of income and financial resources.

Question 6

There is substantial evidence that diverse individuals continue to experience unfair treatment in the workplace as a result of biases,stereotypes,and overt discrimination.

Accepted Answer

There is substantial evidence that diverse individuals continue to experience unfair treatment in the workplace as a result of biases,stereotypes,and overt discrimination.

Question 7

Women either control or influence nearly all consumer purchases,so it's important to have their perspective represented on boards.

Accepted Answer

Women either control or influence nearly all consumer purchases,so it's important to have their perspective represented on boards.

Question 8

Managers can influence others to support diversity through their positions of status.

Accepted Answer

Research on social influence supports such a link: People are likely to be influenced and persuaded by others who have high status.

Question 9

The increasing racial and ethnic diversity of the workforce and the population as a whole underscores the importance of effectively managing diversity.

Accepted Answer

The increasing racial and ethnic diversity of the workforce and the population as a whole underscores the importance of effectively managing diversity.

Question 10

Religious diversity is not an issue that managers need to be concerned within the organizational setting.

Accepted Answer

A key issue for managers when it comes to religious diversity is recognizing and being aware of different religions and their beliefs,with particular attention being paid to when religious holidays fall.

Question 11

Some employees abuse the ADA by seeking unnecessary accommodations for disabilities that may or may not exist.

Accepted Answer

Some employees abuse the ADA by seeking unnecessary accommodations for disabilities that may or may not exist.

Question 12

There is a strong ethical imperative in many societies that diverse people must receive equal opportunities and be treated fairly and justly.

Accepted Answer

There is a strong ethical imperative in many societies that diverse people must receive equal opportunities and be treated fairly and justly.

Question 13

Diversity is an important organizational resource but doesn't contribute to an organization's competitive advantage.

Accepted Answer

Diversity is an important organizational resource that can help an organization gain a competitive advantage.

Question 14

The term "diversity" refers to differences in gender,age,and socioeconomic background,but not in sexual orientation.

Accepted Answer

Diversity is differences among people due to age,gender,race,ethnicity,religion,sexual orientation,socioeconomic background,education,experience,physical appearance,capabilities/disabilities,and any other characteristic that is used to distinguish between people.

Question 15

Women and men are almost equally represented in the U.S.workforce.

Accepted Answer

Women and men are almost equally represented in the U.S.workforce (approximately 53.5% of the U.S.workforce is male and 46.5% female).

Question 16

Federal law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Accepted Answer

Although no federal law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation,20 states have such laws,and a 1998 executive order prohibits sexual orientation discrimination in civilian federal offices.

Question 17

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act requires that men and women be paid equally if they are performing equal work.

Accepted Answer

Equal Pay Act requires that men and women be paid equally if they are performing equal work.

Question 18

The Hispanic and Asian populations of the U.S are predicted to triple between 2000 and 2050.

Accepted Answer

It is estimated that the Hispanic and Asian populations will triple during this 50-year period.

Question 19

Managers and organizations are increasingly being reminded that stakeholders in the environment are diverse and expect organizational decisions and actions to reflect this diversity.

Accepted Answer

Managers and organizations are increasingly being reminded that stakeholders in the environment are diverse and expect organizational decisions and actions to reflect this diversity.

Question 20

The "invisible barrier" within an organization that prevents women from being promoted to top management positions is called the glass ceiling.

Accepted Answer

The term glass ceiling alludes to the invisible barriers that prevent minorities and women from being promoted to top corporate positions.

Quiz 5: Managing Diverse Employees in a Multicultural Environment

Compared to other types of employees,Hispanics are more likely to be assumed to have less education.

The racial and ethnic diversity of the U.S.population is decreasing at an exponential rate.

On average,the U.S population is projected to become younger.

The passage of the ADA has increased employment rates significantly for those with disabilities.

It is of little importance for managers to be sensitive and responsive to the needs and concerns of workers who may be less fortunate than themselves in terms of income and financial resources.

There is substantial evidence that diverse individuals continue to experience unfair treatment in the workplace as a result of biases,stereotypes,and overt discrimination.

Women either control or influence nearly all consumer purchases,so it's important to have their perspective represented on boards.

Managers can influence others to support diversity through their positions of status.

The increasing racial and ethnic diversity of the workforce and the population as a whole underscores the importance of effectively managing diversity.

Religious diversity is not an issue that managers need to be concerned within the organizational setting.

Some employees abuse the ADA by seeking unnecessary accommodations for disabilities that may or may not exist.

There is a strong ethical imperative in many societies that diverse people must receive equal opportunities and be treated fairly and justly.

Diversity is an important organizational resource but doesn't contribute to an organization's competitive advantage.

The term "diversity" refers to differences in gender,age,and socioeconomic background,but not in sexual orientation.

Women and men are almost equally represented in the U.S.workforce.

Federal law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act requires that men and women be paid equally if they are performing equal work.

The Hispanic and Asian populations of the U.S are predicted to triple between 2000 and 2050.

Managers and organizations are increasingly being reminded that stakeholders in the environment are diverse and expect organizational decisions and actions to reflect this diversity.

The "invisible barrier" within an organization that prevents women from being promoted to top management positions is called the glass ceiling.