Question 1

How can an employer defend itself against sexual harassment liability? Name two methods.

Accepted Answer

An employer must show that it exercised

Question 2

According to GINA,health insurers and employers are prohibited from discriminating based on people's genetic information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Managers serve a significant role in establishing the environment of a workplace.How can managers discourage sexual harassment? How can managers encourage inclusion in a diverse workforce?

Accepted Answer

Managers can actively discourage sexual

Question 4

The ________ requires employers with federal contracts over $2,500 to take affirmative action in employing disabled persons.

Accepted Answer

A) Equal Pay Act of 1963 
B) Vocational Rehabilitation Act 
C) Age Discrimination in Employment Act 
D) Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs 
A) Equal Pay Act of 1963 
B) Vocational Rehabilitation Act 
C) Age Discrimination in Employment Act 
D) Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs

Question 5

The greatest number of claims brought under the ADA is related to ________ disabilities.

Accepted Answer

A) cosmetic 
B) physical 
C) mental 
D) hearing 
A) cosmetic 
B) physical 
C) mental 
D) hearing

Question 6

If a person is in a protected class,he or she is protected by which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) Department of Labor guidelines 
B) Sarbanes-Oxley Act 
C) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 
D) Consumer Protection Act 
A) Department of Labor guidelines 
B) Sarbanes-Oxley Act 
C) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 
D) Consumer Protection Act

Question 7

Judy was up for a promotion at Swensen Consulting when her supervisor,Will,encouraged her to develop a sexual relationship with him.He suggested that her promotion would be a sure thing if they were involved.When Judy declined his advances,Will fired her.Which of the following would Judy most likely be able to prove in court if she decided to sue Swensen Consulting?

Accepted Answer

A) quid pro quo 
B) disparate treatment 
C) hostile environment created by co-workers 
D) hostile environment created by non-employees 
A) quid pro quo 
B) disparate treatment 
C) hostile environment created by co-workers 
D) hostile environment created by non-employees

Question 8

According to the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967,it is unlawful to ________.

Accepted Answer

A) allow juries to determine age discrimination 
B) fire older employees for insubordination 
C) institute a minimum age for employees 
D) require employees to retire at age 65 
A) allow juries to determine age discrimination 
B) fire older employees for insubordination 
C) institute a minimum age for employees 
D) require employees to retire at age 65

Question 9

The ________ prohibits employers from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities with regard to applications,hiring,discharge,compensation,advancement,training,or other terms,conditions,or privileges of employment.

Accepted Answer

A) Civil Rights Act of 1991 
B) Federal Violence Against Women Act of 1994 
C) American with Disabilities Act of 1990 
D) Disability Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 
A) Civil Rights Act of 1991 
B) Federal Violence Against Women Act of 1994 
C) American with Disabilities Act of 1990 
D) Disability Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967

Question 10

Under no circumstances may religion be used as a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

In which of the following court cases did the plaintiff accuse the defendant of quid pro quo sexual harassment?

Accepted Answer

A) Burlington Industries v.Ellerth 
B) Griggs v.Duke Power Company 
C) Farragher v.City of Boca Raton 
D) Meritor Savings Bank,FSB v.Vinson 
A) Burlington Industries v.Ellerth 
B) Griggs v.Duke Power Company 
C) Farragher v.City of Boca Raton 
D) Meritor Savings Bank,FSB v.Vinson

Question 12

________ refers to the total employment process that results in a significantly higher percentage of a protected group in the candidate population being rejected for employment,placement,or promotion.

Accepted Answer

A) Disparate treatment 
B) Unintentional discrimination 
C) Adverse impact 
D) Prima facie 
A) Disparate treatment 
B) Unintentional discrimination 
C) Adverse impact 
D) Prima facie

Question 13

All of the following are used by firms to measure and manage diversity EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

A) focus groups 
B) ADR programs 
C) hiring and retention metrics 
D) employee attitude surveys 
A) focus groups 
B) ADR programs 
C) hiring and retention metrics 
D) employee attitude surveys

Question 14

Gus is always making sexual jokes at work.Many employees find the jokes funny,but Shelley,Gus's executive assistant,is uncomfortable with the jokes.Eventually,she decides to quit her job rather than endure the jokes any longer.What form of sexual harassment has Shelley experienced?

Accepted Answer

A) quid pro quo 
B) hostile environment created by supervisors 
C) hostile environment created by co-workers 
D) none of the above;Shelley is not a victim of sexual harassment 
A) quid pro quo 
B) hostile environment created by supervisors 
C) hostile environment created by co-workers 
D) none of the above;Shelley is not a victim of sexual harassment

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT considered sexual harassment?

Accepted Answer

A) unwelcome sexual advances that create an intimidating work environment 
B) verbal conduct of a sexual nature which unreasonably interferes with job performance 
C) mutually consensual physical conduct of a sexual nature between co-workers 
D) requests for sexual favors made implicitly as a condition of employment 
A) unwelcome sexual advances that create an intimidating work environment 
B) verbal conduct of a sexual nature which unreasonably interferes with job performance 
C) mutually consensual physical conduct of a sexual nature between co-workers 
D) requests for sexual favors made implicitly as a condition of employment

Question 16

Under the Civil Rights Act of 1991,a discrimination claim must be filed within ________ after the alleged incident took place.

Accepted Answer

A) 60 days 
B) 1 year 
C) 300 days 
D) 3 years 
A) 60 days 
B) 1 year 
C) 300 days 
D) 3 years

Question 17

Which of the following does NOT participate in the issuance of uniform guidelines?

Accepted Answer

A) EEOC 
B) Department of Labor 
C) Better Business Bureau 
D) Civil Service Commission 
A) EEOC 
B) Department of Labor 
C) Better Business Bureau 
D) Civil Service Commission

Question 18

________ exists when an employer intentionally treats an individual differently because that individual is a member of a particular race,religion,gender,or ethnic group.

Accepted Answer

A) Disparate treatment 
B) Disparate impact 
C) Adverse impact 
D) Prima facie 
A) Disparate treatment 
B) Disparate impact 
C) Adverse impact 
D) Prima facie

Question 19

Hayworth Hotels employs a small group of women and minorities in high-profile positions,but few women and minorities hold significant positions in other areas of the firm.Which of the following best describes the situation at Hayworth Hotels?

Accepted Answer

A) ethical hiring practices 
B) tokenism 
C) diversity management 
D) ethnocentrism 
A) ethical hiring practices 
B) tokenism 
C) diversity management 
D) ethnocentrism

Question 20

To prove sexual harassment,it is necessary to show that the harassment had tangible consequences such as demotion or termination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

How can an employer defend itself against sexual harassment liability? Name two methods.

According to GINA,health insurers and employers are prohibited from discriminating based on people's genetic information.

Managers serve a significant role in establishing the environment of a workplace.How can managers discourage sexual harassment? How can managers encourage inclusion in a diverse workforce?

The ________ requires employers with federal contracts over $2,500 to take affirmative action in employing disabled persons.

The greatest number of claims brought under the ADA is related to ________ disabilities.

If a person is in a protected class,he or she is protected by which of the following?

According to the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967,it is unlawful to ________.

The ________ prohibits employers from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities with regard to applications,hiring,discharge,compensation,advancement,training,or other terms,conditions,or privileges of employment.

Under no circumstances may religion be used as a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ).

In which of the following court cases did the plaintiff accuse the defendant of quid pro quo sexual harassment?

________ refers to the total employment process that results in a significantly higher percentage of a protected group in the candidate population being rejected for employment,placement,or promotion.

All of the following are used by firms to measure and manage diversity EXCEPT ________.

Gus is always making sexual jokes at work.Many employees find the jokes funny,but Shelley,Gus's executive assistant,is uncomfortable with the jokes.Eventually,she decides to quit her job rather than endure the jokes any longer.What form of sexual harassment has Shelley experienced?

Which of the following is NOT considered sexual harassment?

Under the Civil Rights Act of 1991,a discrimination claim must be filed within ________ after the alleged incident took place.

Which of the following does NOT participate in the issuance of uniform guidelines?

________ exists when an employer intentionally treats an individual differently because that individual is a member of a particular race,religion,gender,or ethnic group.

Hayworth Hotels employs a small group of women and minorities in high-profile positions,but few women and minorities hold significant positions in other areas of the firm.Which of the following best describes the situation at Hayworth Hotels?

To prove sexual harassment,it is necessary to show that the harassment had tangible consequences such as demotion or termination.

Managing Human Resources Today

Human Resource Strategy and Analysis

Job Analysis and Talent Management

Personnel Planning and Recruiting

Selecting Employees

Training and Developing Employees

Performance and Talent Management

Managing Careers

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Pay for Performance and Employee Benefits

Maintaining Positive Employee Relations

Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining

Improving Occupational Safety, Health, and Risk Management

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Exam 2: Managing Equal Opportunity and Diversity

How can an employer defend itself against sexual harassment liability? Name two methods.

According to GINA,health insurers and employers are prohibited from discriminating based on people's genetic information.

Managers serve a significant role in establishing the environment of a workplace.How can managers discourage sexual harassment? How can managers encourage inclusion in a diverse workforce?

The ________ requires employers with federal contracts over $2,500 to take affirmative action in employing disabled persons.

The greatest number of claims brought under the ADA is related to ________ disabilities.

If a person is in a protected class,he or she is protected by which of the following?

According to the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967,it is unlawful to ________.

The ________ prohibits employers from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities with regard to applications,hiring,discharge,compensation,advancement,training,or other terms,conditions,or privileges of employment.

Under no circumstances may religion be used as a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ).

In which of the following court cases did the plaintiff accuse the defendant of quid pro quo sexual harassment?

________ refers to the total employment process that results in a significantly higher percentage of a protected group in the candidate population being rejected for employment,placement,or promotion.

All of the following are used by firms to measure and manage diversity EXCEPT ________.

Gus is always making sexual jokes at work.Many employees find the jokes funny,but Shelley,Gus's executive assistant,is uncomfortable with the jokes.Eventually,she decides to quit her job rather than endure the jokes any longer.What form of sexual harassment has Shelley experienced?

Which of the following is NOT considered sexual harassment?

Under the Civil Rights Act of 1991,a discrimination claim must be filed within ________ after the alleged incident took place.

Which of the following does NOT participate in the issuance of uniform guidelines?

________ exists when an employer intentionally treats an individual differently because that individual is a member of a particular race,religion,gender,or ethnic group.

Hayworth Hotels employs a small group of women and minorities in high-profile positions,but few women and minorities hold significant positions in other areas of the firm.Which of the following best describes the situation at Hayworth Hotels?

To prove sexual harassment,it is necessary to show that the harassment had tangible consequences such as demotion or termination.

Managing Human Resources Today

Human Resource Strategy and Analysis

Job Analysis and Talent Management

Personnel Planning and Recruiting

Selecting Employees

Training and Developing Employees

Performance and Talent Management

Managing Careers

Developing Compensation Plans

Pay for Performance and Employee Benefits

Maintaining Positive Employee Relations

Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining

Improving Occupational Safety, Health, and Risk Management

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