Question 1

Customers are often regarded as the most important stakeholder group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

A manager telling a lewd joke to another manager would be an example of quid pro quo sexual harassment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Sexual harassment that creates a hostile work environment is more subtle than quid pro quo sexual harassment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

There are a number of actions that managers can take to reduce and eliminate sexual harassment on the job.Discuss two of the four common steps that managers can take in an attempt to deal with this type of problem on the job.

Accepted Answer

The students may discuss any of the foll

Question 5

An important factor that managers need to keep in mind is that employees who go along with unwanted sexual attention in the workplace cannot be considered sexual harassment victims.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Typically,in a capitalist society,the interests of employees are placed above the interests of shareholders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A male manager stands smiling as a worker from another unit makes a remark to his female subordinate about her appearance which she considers to be sexually demeaning.This male manager has exhibited:

Accepted Answer

A)  quid pro quo sexual harassment. 
B)  the glass ceiling. 
C)  the similar-to-me effect. 
D)  the salience effect. 
E)  a hostile work environment. 
A)  quid pro quo sexual harassment. 
B)  the glass ceiling. 
C)  the similar-to-me effect. 
D)  the salience effect. 
E)  a hostile work environment.

Question 8

The stakeholder group with the most responsibility for deciding the goals of the organization are the ______________.

Accepted Answer

A)  stockholders 
B)  customers 
C)  managers 
D)  working-level employees 
E)  consultants 
A)  stockholders 
B)  customers 
C)  managers 
D)  working-level employees 
E)  consultants

Question 9

Explain why customers are considered to be the most critical stakeholder group.

Accepted Answer

Customers are often regarded as the most

Question 10

Write a brief note on the two basic forms of sexual harassment.

Accepted Answer

The two basic forms of sexual harassment

Question 11

List and give examples of any three managerial roles that could be exercised to effectively manage diversity.

Accepted Answer

Students can list any of the following m

Question 12

Describe the relationships between ethics,law,and business.

Accepted Answer

A society passes laws based on which gro

Question 13

Laws and ethics are fixed principles that do not change over time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The pursuit of self-interest is the most important foundation upon which a society can operate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The recommended steps to eliminate sexual harassment include:

Accepted Answer

A)  Clearly communicate harassment policy and establish a complaint procedure 
B)  Ensure that alleged harassers are fairly treated and establish a complaint procedure 
C)  Fire all sexual harassers regardless of the nature of the offense and train members about sexual harassment 
D)  Provide few examples of types of behavior to improve morale and establish a complaint procedure 
E)  Train members about sexual harassment and ensure that alleged harassers are fairly treated 
A)  Clearly communicate harassment policy and establish a complaint procedure 
B)  Ensure that alleged harassers are fairly treated and establish a complaint procedure 
C)  Fire all sexual harassers regardless of the nature of the offense and train members about sexual harassment 
D)  Provide few examples of types of behavior to improve morale and establish a complaint procedure 
E)  Train members about sexual harassment and ensure that alleged harassers are fairly treated

Question 16

Which of the following is true about capabilities/disabilities?

Accepted Answer

A)  A large number of employees abuse the ADA by seeking unnecessary accommodations for disabilities that do not exist. 
B)  The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1980 requires that employers make reasonable accommodations to enable people with disabilities to effectively perform their jobs. 
C)  Accommodations enabling students who may not be able to see,to perform up to their capabilities,are partially covered under the ADA. 
D)  The ADEA protects employees with AIDS from being discriminated against in the workplace. 
E)  The passage of the ADA does not appear to have increased employment rates significantly for those with disabilities. 
A)  A large number of employees abuse the ADA by seeking unnecessary accommodations for disabilities that do not exist. 
B)  The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1980 requires that employers make reasonable accommodations to enable people with disabilities to effectively perform their jobs. 
C)  Accommodations enabling students who may not be able to see,to perform up to their capabilities,are partially covered under the ADA. 
D)  The ADEA protects employees with AIDS from being discriminated against in the workplace. 
E)  The passage of the ADA does not appear to have increased employment rates significantly for those with disabilities.

Question 17

Diversity within the organization can be a source of competitive advantage to the organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

An ethical dilemma does not arise when a person has to choose between two different courses of action,knowing that whichever course he/she chooses will harm one person or group even while it may benefit another.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Dorothy,who runs her own small business,treats all her employees,customers,and suppliers fairly,regardless of their age,gender,or ethnicity.Which of the following roles is Dorothy performing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Decision-maker 
B)  Liaison 
C)  Leader 
D)  Figurehead 
E)  Negotiator 
A)  Decision-maker 
B)  Liaison 
C)  Leader 
D)  Figurehead 
E)  Negotiator

Question 20

The adage "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" is a(n)________________ principle.

Accepted Answer

A)  justice 
B)  utilitarian 
C)  moral rights 
D)  existentialism 
E)  practical 
A)  justice 
B)  utilitarian 
C)  moral rights 
D)  existentialism 
E)  practical

Customers are often regarded as the most important stakeholder group.

A manager telling a lewd joke to another manager would be an example of quid pro quo sexual harassment.

Sexual harassment that creates a hostile work environment is more subtle than quid pro quo sexual harassment.

There are a number of actions that managers can take to reduce and eliminate sexual harassment on the job.Discuss two of the four common steps that managers can take in an attempt to deal with this type of problem on the job.

An important factor that managers need to keep in mind is that employees who go along with unwanted sexual attention in the workplace cannot be considered sexual harassment victims.

Typically,in a capitalist society,the interests of employees are placed above the interests of shareholders.

A male manager stands smiling as a worker from another unit makes a remark to his female subordinate about her appearance which she considers to be sexually demeaning.This male manager has exhibited:

The stakeholder group with the most responsibility for deciding the goals of the organization are the ______________.

Explain why customers are considered to be the most critical stakeholder group.

Write a brief note on the two basic forms of sexual harassment.

List and give examples of any three managerial roles that could be exercised to effectively manage diversity.

Describe the relationships between ethics,law,and business.

Laws and ethics are fixed principles that do not change over time.

The pursuit of self-interest is the most important foundation upon which a society can operate.

The recommended steps to eliminate sexual harassment include:

Which of the following is true about capabilities/disabilities?

Diversity within the organization can be a source of competitive advantage to the organization.

An ethical dilemma does not arise when a person has to choose between two different courses of action,knowing that whichever course he/she chooses will harm one person or group even while it may benefit another.

Dorothy,who runs her own small business,treats all her employees,customers,and suppliers fairly,regardless of their age,gender,or ethnicity.Which of the following roles is Dorothy performing?

The adage "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" is a(n)________________ principle.

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Customers are often regarded as the most important stakeholder group.

A manager telling a lewd joke to another manager would be an example of quid pro quo sexual harassment.

Sexual harassment that creates a hostile work environment is more subtle than quid pro quo sexual harassment.

There are a number of actions that managers can take to reduce and eliminate sexual harassment on the job.Discuss two of the four common steps that managers can take in an attempt to deal with this type of problem on the job.

An important factor that managers need to keep in mind is that employees who go along with unwanted sexual attention in the workplace cannot be considered sexual harassment victims.

Typically,in a capitalist society,the interests of employees are placed above the interests of shareholders.

A male manager stands smiling as a worker from another unit makes a remark to his female subordinate about her appearance which she considers to be sexually demeaning.This male manager has exhibited:

The stakeholder group with the most responsibility for deciding the goals of the organization are the ______________.

Explain why customers are considered to be the most critical stakeholder group.

Write a brief note on the two basic forms of sexual harassment.

List and give examples of any three managerial roles that could be exercised to effectively manage diversity.

Describe the relationships between ethics,law,and business.

Laws and ethics are fixed principles that do not change over time.

The pursuit of self-interest is the most important foundation upon which a society can operate.

The recommended steps to eliminate sexual harassment include:

Which of the following is true about capabilities/disabilities?

Diversity within the organization can be a source of competitive advantage to the organization.

An ethical dilemma does not arise when a person has to choose between two different courses of action,knowing that whichever course he/she chooses will harm one person or group even while it may benefit another.

Dorothy,who runs her own small business,treats all her employees,customers,and suppliers fairly,regardless of their age,gender,or ethnicity.Which of the following roles is Dorothy performing?

The adage "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" is a(n)________________ principle.

The Management Process Today

Values, Attitudes, Emotions, and Culture: The Manager As a Person

Managing in the Global Environment

Decision Making, Learning, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship

Planning, Strategy, and Competitive Advantage

Designing Organizational Structure

Control, Change, and Entrepreneurship

Motivation

Leaders and Leadership

Effective Team Management

Building and Managing Human Resources

Communication and Information Technology Management

Operations Management: Managing Vital Operations and Processes

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