Question 1

A society that views an unequal distribution of power as relatively acceptable would be categorized as a _______ _________ ___________culture.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A society that views an unequal distribution...

Question 2

Define and provide an example of a faultline.

Accepted Answer

A faultline is an attribute along which

Question 3

Define and give an example of surface-level diversity.

Accepted Answer

Surface-level diversity includ

Question 4

At some time in your career,you may be different from others in your workplace.Which of the following would be considered a viable piece of advice to offer someone who is "different"?

Accepted Answer

A) Know your rights;you are protected from discrimination in employment on the basis of race,color,sex,religion or national origin. 
B) Choose a mentor who is who has more experience than you,and is more influential within the company. 
C) Don't focus too much on relationships;instead show value through the quality of your work. 
D) Avoid networking events or interest groups that are directed toward specific groups rather than the whole employee population. 
A) Know your rights;you are protected from discrimination in employment on the basis of race,color,sex,religion or national origin. 
B) Choose a mentor who is who has more experience than you,and is more influential within the company. 
C) Don't focus too much on relationships;instead show value through the quality of your work. 
D) Avoid networking events or interest groups that are directed toward specific groups rather than the whole employee population.

Question 5

_____________ _____________ is a person's capability to understand how a person's cultural background influences one's behavior.

Accepted Answer

Cultural i

Question 6

IBM was a pioneer in creating programs to value and develop a diverse workforce prior to federal legislation requiring such programs.Briefly discuss one of the programs IBM instituted that values diversity.

Accepted Answer

In 1935,IBM President Thomas Watson prom

Question 7

Research suggests that some employees may be stigmatized if they were hired under an affirmative action program.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

An expatriate is an employee who is temporarily assigned to work in a foreign country.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Affirmative action programs are among the most controversial diversity management methods available.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What are some accommodations that must be made for those with religious issues in the employment relationship?

Accepted Answer

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohib

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of effective management of diversity?

Accepted Answer

A) Greater creativity in decision making. 
B) Better service to customers. 
C) Higher productivity of operations. 
D) More satisfied workers. 
A) Greater creativity in decision making. 
B) Better service to customers. 
C) Higher productivity of operations. 
D) More satisfied workers.

Question 12

Research suggests that employees suffering from disabilities are disadvantaged for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) stereotyped as incapable of performing a job. 
B) more likely to be locked into a dead end job. 
C) more likely to be employed in jobs with high skill and qualification requirements they do not possess. 
D) more likely to quit their jobs. 
A) stereotyped as incapable of performing a job. 
B) more likely to be locked into a dead end job. 
C) more likely to be employed in jobs with high skill and qualification requirements they do not possess. 
D) more likely to quit their jobs.

Question 13

A ________ culture values achievement,competitiveness and the acquisition of money and other material objects.

Accepted Answer

masculine

Question 14

The Americans with Disabilities Act

Accepted Answer

A) requires a firm to hire individuals with disabilities. 
B) requires a firm to interview individuals with disabilities. 
C) prohibits discrimination in employment against individuals with physical disabilities. 
D) prohibits discrimination in employment against individuals with physical or mental disabilities if these employees are otherwise qualified to do their jobs with or without reasonable accommodation. 
A) requires a firm to hire individuals with disabilities. 
B) requires a firm to interview individuals with disabilities. 
C) prohibits discrimination in employment against individuals with physical disabilities. 
D) prohibits discrimination in employment against individuals with physical or mental disabilities if these employees are otherwise qualified to do their jobs with or without reasonable accommodation.

Question 15

For human beings,it is typically _____ to communicate with others who are similar to us.

Accepted Answer

The answer of For human beings,it is typically _____ to...

Question 16

Define Hofstede's low-high uncertainty avoidance dimension and give an example of each type of culture.

Accepted Answer

A low uncertainty avoidance culture is c

Question 17

Collectivistic cultures are

Accepted Answer

A) cultures where people tend to define themselves as individuals and form looser ties with their groups. 
B) cultures that tend to value achievement and competitiveness as well as acquisition of money and other material objects. 
C) cultures where people tend to have strong bonds to their groups and group membership forms a person's self-identity. 
D) cultures that tend to value maintaining good relationships,caring for the weak and quality of life. 
A) cultures where people tend to define themselves as individuals and form looser ties with their groups. 
B) cultures that tend to value achievement and competitiveness as well as acquisition of money and other material objects. 
C) cultures where people tend to have strong bonds to their groups and group membership forms a person's self-identity. 
D) cultures that tend to value maintaining good relationships,caring for the weak and quality of life.

Question 18

Race,age,and attitudes are examples of surface-level diversity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

At Salesforce,the Employee Resource Groups are referred to as

Accepted Answer

A) cliques 
B) ohanas 
C) cohorts 
D) clubs 
A) cliques 
B) ohanas 
C) cohorts 
D) clubs

Question 20

"Eskimos are bad drivers," is an example of a

Accepted Answer

A) surface-level diversity trait. 
B) faultline. 
C) stereotype. 
D) deep-level diversity trait. 
A) surface-level diversity trait. 
B) faultline. 
C) stereotype. 
D) deep-level diversity trait.

A society that views an unequal distribution of power as relatively acceptable would be categorized as a ___ _ _______culture.

Define and provide an example of a faultline.

Define and give an example of surface-level diversity.

At some time in your career,you may be different from others in your workplace.Which of the following would be considered a viable piece of advice to offer someone who is "different"?

_ _ is a person's capability to understand how a person's cultural background influences one's behavior.

IBM was a pioneer in creating programs to value and develop a diverse workforce prior to federal legislation requiring such programs.Briefly discuss one of the programs IBM instituted that values diversity.

Research suggests that some employees may be stigmatized if they were hired under an affirmative action program.

An expatriate is an employee who is temporarily assigned to work in a foreign country.

Affirmative action programs are among the most controversial diversity management methods available.

What are some accommodations that must be made for those with religious issues in the employment relationship?

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of effective management of diversity?

Research suggests that employees suffering from disabilities are disadvantaged for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

A ________ culture values achievement,competitiveness and the acquisition of money and other material objects.

The Americans with Disabilities Act

For human beings,it is typically _____ to communicate with others who are similar to us.

Define Hofstede's low-high uncertainty avoidance dimension and give an example of each type of culture.

Collectivistic cultures are

Race,age,and attitudes are examples of surface-level diversity.

At Salesforce,the Employee Resource Groups are referred to as

"Eskimos are bad drivers," is an example of a

Organizational Behavior

Understanding People at Work: Individual Differences and Perception

Individual Attitudes and Behaviors

Theories of Motivation

Designing a Motivating Work Environment

Managing Stress and Emotions

Communication

Managing Groups and Teams

Conflict and Negotiations

Making Decisions

Leading People Within Organizations

Power and Politics

Organizational Structure and Change

Organizational Culture

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Exam 2: Diversity in the Workplace

A society that views an unequal distribution of power as relatively acceptable would be categorized as a _______ _________ ___________culture.

Define and provide an example of a faultline.

Define and give an example of surface-level diversity.

At some time in your career,you may be different from others in your workplace.Which of the following would be considered a viable piece of advice to offer someone who is "different"?

_____________ _____________ is a person's capability to understand how a person's cultural background influences one's behavior.

IBM was a pioneer in creating programs to value and develop a diverse workforce prior to federal legislation requiring such programs.Briefly discuss one of the programs IBM instituted that values diversity.

Research suggests that some employees may be stigmatized if they were hired under an affirmative action program.

An expatriate is an employee who is temporarily assigned to work in a foreign country.

Affirmative action programs are among the most controversial diversity management methods available.

What are some accommodations that must be made for those with religious issues in the employment relationship?

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of effective management of diversity?

Research suggests that employees suffering from disabilities are disadvantaged for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

A ________ culture values achievement,competitiveness and the acquisition of money and other material objects.

The Americans with Disabilities Act

For human beings,it is typically _____ to communicate with others who are similar to us.

Define Hofstede's low-high uncertainty avoidance dimension and give an example of each type of culture.

Collectivistic cultures are

Race,age,and attitudes are examples of surface-level diversity.

At Salesforce,the Employee Resource Groups are referred to as

"Eskimos are bad drivers," is an example of a

Organizational Behavior

Understanding People at Work: Individual Differences and Perception

Individual Attitudes and Behaviors

Theories of Motivation

Designing a Motivating Work Environment

Managing Stress and Emotions

Communication

Managing Groups and Teams

Conflict and Negotiations

Making Decisions

Leading People Within Organizations

Power and Politics

Organizational Structure and Change

Organizational Culture

Filters

A society that views an unequal distribution of power as relatively acceptable would be categorized as a ___ _ _______culture.

_ _ is a person's capability to understand how a person's cultural background influences one's behavior.