Question 1

The ___________ group refers to the diverse characteristic that is held in common by a large number of employees,while the ___________ group refers to the diversity characteristic held by a small minority of organizational members.
A) dominant, subordinate
B) correct, incorrect
C) ethical, unethical
D) diverse, minority
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The dominant group refers to the diversity characteristic that is held in common by a large number of employees, such as race or gender. The subordinate group refers to the diversity characteristic held by a small minority of organizational members, such as sexual orientation or disability status.

Question 2

Workplace _____________ is defined as "unwelcome conduct that is based on race,color,religion,sex (including pregnancy),national origin,age,disability or generic information" from a supervisor, coworker,or nonemployee,such as a customer or supplier.
A) assault
B) harassment
C) discrimination
D) accommodation
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The definition given clearly describes workplace harassment, which can take many forms such as verbal, physical or psychological behavior that creates a hostile work environment. It is important for employees and employers to recognize and address this issue to create a safe and respectful workplace.

Question 3

Which two prominent ethical principles must guide decision making when making distinctions among people at the workplace?
A) fairness and respect for others
B) the law and personal values
C) patience and consistency
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Fairness and respect for others are core ethical principles that should guide decision making when making distinctions among people at the workplace. It is important to treat everyone with equal respect and to ensure that decisions are made fairly and without bias. The law and personal values are also important considerations, but they are not the primary ethical principles that should guide decision making in this context. Patience and consistency are valuable traits, but do not directly relate to the ethical principles that should guide decision making in this context.

Question 4

Which of the following explanations cannot be offered to account for wage differences between men and women?
A) career pattern choices
B) seniority factor
C) job demand choices
D) ability differences
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Ability differences have not been shown to account for wage differences between men and women.

Question 5

______________ refer(s)to treating everyone with dignity.
A) Fairness
B) Respect for others
C) Values
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Treating everyone with dignity is a key component of showing respect for others. Fairness may also involve treating everyone equally, but it does not necessarily require the same level of dignity and respect as treating others with dignity specifically. Values are important for shaping behavior and decision-making, but they do not exclusively refer to treating everyone with dignity.

Question 6

The factors that help determine the reasonableness of an accommodation for a worker with a disability includes all but which of the following?
A) the nature and cost of the accommodation
B) the overall size and financial resources of the facility or business
C) whether the disability involves a wheelchair
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The factors that help determine the reasonableness of an accommodation for a worker with a disability include A) the nature and cost of the accommodation, and B) the overall size and financial resources of the facility or business. The fact whether the disability involves a wheelchair or not is not a determining factor in the reasonableness of an accommodation.

Question 7

On average,females earn approximately _________ of male salaries.
A) 99 percent
B) 89 percent
C) 79 percent
D) 69 percent
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of On average,females earn approximately _________ of male...

Question 8

Harassment becomes unlawful when the conduct is severe or pervasive enough to create a work environment that a reasonable person would consider ___________.
A) normal
B) hostile
C) tiresome
D) unfriendly
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Harassment becomes unlawful when it creates a work environment that is hostile, intimidating, or abusive. Therefore, a reasonable person would consider the behavior to be hostile for it to be deemed unlawful. Choices A, C, and D do not accurately describe the level of severity required for harassment to be considered unlawful.

Question 9

The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)extends to all but which of the following types of employers?
A) private sector firms that employ less than 50 workers
B) all state employers
C) all local employers
D) all federal employers
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The FMLA applies to all public agencies, including state and local employers, and private sector employers who employ 50 or more employees. Therefore, private sector firms that employ less than 50 workers are not covered by FMLA.

Question 10

The term "glass ceiling" refers to which of the following situations?
A) advancement of workers beyond a certain level of seniority is stopped due to unsatisfactory performance
B) advancement of a qualified woman or minority group member is prematurely stopped at a lower level due to gender, racial or ethnic discrimination
C) advancement of workers is only allowed for those who are unable to see the invisible barriers to promotion
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The term "glass ceiling" refers to the invisible barrier that prevents qualified women and minority group members from advancing in their careers due to discrimination. Option A is incorrect as it refers to unsatisfactory performance rather than discrimination. Option C is incorrect as it suggests that advancement is only possible for those who are unaware of the barriers, which is not true. Option D is incorrect as option A and C are incorrect and only option B is correct. Option E is incorrect as there is a clear definition of the term "glass ceiling".

Question 11

Sexual harassment includes which of the following unwelcomed behaviors:
A) sexual comments
B) sexual jokes
C) sexual pictures
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Sexual harassment includes any unwelcomed sexual comments, jokes, or pictures. All of the above behaviors can create a hostile work environment and are considered sexual harassment.

Question 12

According to _____________,individuals define themselves in relation to others based on a "self-identity" or "social identity" factor and form binding relationships with people who categorize themselves similarly.
A) social justice theory
B) self-categorization theory
C) immigration theory
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The theory described is self-categorization theory, which posits that individuals form their identity based on social categories they relate to and form relationships with those who share these categories. Social justice theory and immigration theory are not directly related to this concept.

Question 13

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)of 1967 includes provisions for all but which of the following situations?
A) a bona fide occupational qualification such as not rehiring an aging actor for a young role, or matters of safety
B) job assignments for older workers
C) promotions for older workers
D) employees that are outside of the protected range of ages 40 to 65
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)of...

Question 14

The term _______________ refers to discriminating against a dominant or majority group member in favor of a historically disadvantaged or minority group member.
A) gender parity 
B) reverse discrimination
C) reverse genders
D) glass ceiling
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Reverse discrimination is the term used to refer to discrimination against a dominant or majority group member in favor of a historically disadvantaged or minority group member. It is a form of affirmative action that aims to rectify past injustices and create a level playing field for all groups. The other options in the question are unrelated or incorrect.

Question 15

In 2009 there were more than __________ discrimination cases filed with the EEOC.
A) 1,000,000
B) 100,000
C) 10,000
D) 1,000
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) annual report, there were 93,277 discrimination cases filed with the agency in 2009. Therefore, the best choice is B with the closest number.

Question 16

The __________ of 1964 prohibits pay discrimination based solely on gender considerations.
A) Civil Rights Act
B) Gender Disparity Act
C) Equal Pay Act
D) Fair Wages Act
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The Equal Pay Act of 1963 prohibits pay discrimination based solely on gender considerations, ensuring that men and women are paid equally for performing equal work. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 also prohibits various forms of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. However, the specific prohibition on pay discrimination based on gender is found in the Equal Pay Act. Therefore, option C is the correct answer. Options A, B, D, and E are all incorrect.

Question 17

When hiring,it is ethical and legal to discriminate based on all but which of the following characteristics?
A) previous job experience
B) potential productivity
C) educational level
D) national origin
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of When hiring,it is ethical and legal to...

Question 18

Some state and municipal laws include ___________ as a protected class,though federal law does not include this provision.
A) race
B) ethnicity
C) age
D) sexual orientation
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Federal law does not include sexual orientation as a protected class, but some state and municipal laws include it.

Question 19

In 2010,a controversial law requiring police who stop immigrants for a traffic violation or some other crime to ask for a driver's license or other proof of legal status was passed in which state?
A) Arizona
B) Michigan
C) California
D) Texas
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The controversial law described is commonly known as SB 1070 and was passed in the state of Arizona in 2010.

Question 20

_____________ refer(s)to making decisions according to rules not based on personal biases.
A) Fairness
B) Respect for others
C) Values
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Fairness refers specifically to making decisions based on rules and procedures that are impartial and not influenced by personal biases. Respect for others and values can also be important in decision-making, but they don't necessarily ensure that decisions are made fairly.

Quiz 7: Respecting Employee Diversity

The _ group refers to the diverse characteristic that is held in common by a large number of employees,while the _ group refers to the diversity characteristic held by a small minority of organizational members.

Workplace _____________ is defined as "unwelcome conduct that is based on race,color,religion,sex (including pregnancy) ,national origin,age,disability or generic information" from a supervisor, coworker,or nonemployee,such as a customer or supplier.

Which two prominent ethical principles must guide decision making when making distinctions among people at the workplace?

Which of the following explanations cannot be offered to account for wage differences between men and women?

______________ refer(s) to treating everyone with dignity.

The factors that help determine the reasonableness of an accommodation for a worker with a disability includes all but which of the following?

On average,females earn approximately _________ of male salaries.

Harassment becomes unlawful when the conduct is severe or pervasive enough to create a work environment that a reasonable person would consider ___________.

The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) extends to all but which of the following types of employers?

The term "glass ceiling" refers to which of the following situations?

Sexual harassment includes which of the following unwelcomed behaviors:

According to _____________,individuals define themselves in relation to others based on a "self-identity" or "social identity" factor and form binding relationships with people who categorize themselves similarly.

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967 includes provisions for all but which of the following situations?

The term _______________ refers to discriminating against a dominant or majority group member in favor of a historically disadvantaged or minority group member.

In 2009 there were more than __________ discrimination cases filed with the EEOC.

The __________ of 1964 prohibits pay discrimination based solely on gender considerations.

When hiring,it is ethical and legal to discriminate based on all but which of the following characteristics?

Some state and municipal laws include ___________ as a protected class,though federal law does not include this provision.

In 2010,a controversial law requiring police who stop immigrants for a traffic violation or some other crime to ask for a driver's license or other proof of legal status was passed in which state?

_____________ refer(s) to making decisions according to rules not based on personal biases.