Question 1

People can easily be discriminated against based on race because

Accepted Answer

A)  race is a primary dimension of diversity that can't be changed. 
B)  racism is a conscious bias for most people. 
C)  genetic science categorically justifies that racial differences exist. 
D)  people have direct experiences with people from different racial groups. 
A)  race is a primary dimension of diversity that can't be changed. 
B)  racism is a conscious bias for most people. 
C)  genetic science categorically justifies that racial differences exist. 
D)  people have direct experiences with people from different racial groups.

Question 2

Clashes related to ethnocentrism are more likely to arise in a workplace with increased diversity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Today, many low-paying service-sector jobs provide adequate health benefits to meet the needs of disabled workers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The term "Hispanic" is a label of ____________________ that includes people descending from countries such as Spain, Mexico, Cuba, or Columbia.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The term "Hispanic" is a label of...

Question 5

When an individual creates a personal "diversity profile," the person is

Accepted Answer

A)  counting the number of African Americans who work at his company. 
B)  assessing the diversity of his friends, coworkers, and acquaintances. 
C)  identifying trends among different ethnic and racial groups. 
D)  developing a relaxed attitude about cultural differences. 
A)  counting the number of African Americans who work at his company. 
B)  assessing the diversity of his friends, coworkers, and acquaintances. 
C)  identifying trends among different ethnic and racial groups. 
D)  developing a relaxed attitude about cultural differences.

Question 6

Individuals generally form their self-images based on certain primary dimensions of their choosing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

An individual's religious beliefs, ethnic customs, and communication style are all secondary characteristics of diversity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

When thinking about what individual employees can do to enhance workplace diversity, it is important to remember that

Accepted Answer

A)  it is more difficult for men than women to eliminate prejudices. 
B)  one cannot completely eliminate prejudices that have been held over a long period of time. 
C)  examining one's social conditioning only reinforces one's prejudices 
D)  being sensitive to differences between individuals indicates lingering prejudice. 
A)  it is more difficult for men than women to eliminate prejudices. 
B)  one cannot completely eliminate prejudices that have been held over a long period of time. 
C)  examining one's social conditioning only reinforces one's prejudices 
D)  being sensitive to differences between individuals indicates lingering prejudice.

Question 9

Diversity training programs are most effective when they are mandatory and emphasize the consequences of discrimination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Over recent years, the American economy has slipped into recession.In these times, it is possible to avoid fueling prejudices

Accepted Answer

A)  by stiffening immigration laws and quotas. 
B)  if individuals of different racial and ethnic backgrounds but roughly similar socioeconomic backgrounds make efforts to relate with one another. 
C)  by outsourcing more jobs overseas. 
D)  if individuals focus less on primary dimensions of diversity and more on secondary dimensions. 
A)  by stiffening immigration laws and quotas. 
B)  if individuals of different racial and ethnic backgrounds but roughly similar socioeconomic backgrounds make efforts to relate with one another. 
C)  by outsourcing more jobs overseas. 
D)  if individuals focus less on primary dimensions of diversity and more on secondary dimensions.

Question 11

Some race categories include people who vary greatly in terms of ethnicity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Individuals' prejudices toward one another tend to increase during times of economic prosperity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The shift toward valuing diversity in today's organizations is driven by the changing demographics of the work force.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Upon arriving in a foreign country on a business trip, Maria thinks to herself "Wow.These people should take a lesson on hospitality from our people." Maria seems to be guilty of ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Upon arriving in a foreign country on...

Question 15

Which of the following statements are true regarding age in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

A)  Older workers are unable to adapt to the changing workplace. 
B)  Older workers have a more difficult time understanding the latest technology. 
C)  Older workers are productive, cost-effective employees. 
D)  Older workers cost companies more in health benefits. 
A)  Older workers are unable to adapt to the changing workplace. 
B)  Older workers have a more difficult time understanding the latest technology. 
C)  Older workers are productive, cost-effective employees. 
D)  Older workers cost companies more in health benefits.

Question 16

Race denotes a category of people who are perceived as distinctive on the basis of certain culturally inherited traits.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following pieces of advice might you not offer to an organization whose diversity training efforts are ineffective?

Accepted Answer

A)  Offer incentives to middle managers who incorporate diversity initiatives into hiring, development, and promotion decisions. 
B)  Offer voluntary training that advances organizational goals. 
C)  Hold leadership responsible for modeling behaviors that support diversity. 
D)  Make training mandatory, primarily to avoid liability in diversity lawsuits. 
A)  Offer incentives to middle managers who incorporate diversity initiatives into hiring, development, and promotion decisions. 
B)  Offer voluntary training that advances organizational goals. 
C)  Hold leadership responsible for modeling behaviors that support diversity. 
D)  Make training mandatory, primarily to avoid liability in diversity lawsuits.

Question 18

Cutting off older workers from job-related training and career development opportunities is a form of subtle discrimination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Diversity consists of primary and secondary dimensions.Define these two terms, and offer three examples of each.Which dimensions and characteristics do you believe contribute most strongly to stereotypes?

Accepted Answer

Primary dimensions are those core elemen

People can easily be discriminated against based on race because

Clashes related to ethnocentrism are more likely to arise in a workplace with increased diversity.

Today, many low-paying service-sector jobs provide adequate health benefits to meet the needs of disabled workers.

The term "Hispanic" is a label of ____________________ that includes people descending from countries such as Spain, Mexico, Cuba, or Columbia.

When an individual creates a personal "diversity profile," the person is

Individuals generally form their self-images based on certain primary dimensions of their choosing.

An individual's religious beliefs, ethnic customs, and communication style are all secondary characteristics of diversity.

When thinking about what individual employees can do to enhance workplace diversity, it is important to remember that

Diversity training programs are most effective when they are mandatory and emphasize the consequences of discrimination.

Over recent years, the American economy has slipped into recession.In these times, it is possible to avoid fueling prejudices

Some race categories include people who vary greatly in terms of ethnicity.

Individuals' prejudices toward one another tend to increase during times of economic prosperity.

The shift toward valuing diversity in today's organizations is driven by the changing demographics of the work force.

Upon arriving in a foreign country on a business trip, Maria thinks to herself "Wow.These people should take a lesson on hospitality from our people." Maria seems to be guilty of ____________________.

Which of the following statements are true regarding age in the workplace?

Race denotes a category of people who are perceived as distinctive on the basis of certain culturally inherited traits.

Which of the following pieces of advice might you not offer to an organization whose diversity training efforts are ineffective?

Cutting off older workers from job-related training and career development opportunities is a form of subtle discrimination.

Diversity consists of primary and secondary dimensions.Define these two terms, and offer three examples of each.Which dimensions and characteristics do you believe contribute most strongly to stereotypes?

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Exam 7: Valuing Work Force Diversity

People can easily be discriminated against based on race because

Clashes related to ethnocentrism are more likely to arise in a workplace with increased diversity.

Today, many low-paying service-sector jobs provide adequate health benefits to meet the needs of disabled workers.

The term "Hispanic" is a label of ____________________ that includes people descending from countries such as Spain, Mexico, Cuba, or Columbia.

When an individual creates a personal "diversity profile," the person is

Individuals generally form their self-images based on certain primary dimensions of their choosing.

An individual's religious beliefs, ethnic customs, and communication style are all secondary characteristics of diversity.

When thinking about what individual employees can do to enhance workplace diversity, it is important to remember that

Diversity training programs are most effective when they are mandatory and emphasize the consequences of discrimination.

Over recent years, the American economy has slipped into recession.In these times, it is possible to avoid fueling prejudices

Some race categories include people who vary greatly in terms of ethnicity.

Individuals' prejudices toward one another tend to increase during times of economic prosperity.

The shift toward valuing diversity in today's organizations is driven by the changing demographics of the work force.

Upon arriving in a foreign country on a business trip, Maria thinks to herself "Wow.These people should take a lesson on hospitality from our people." Maria seems to be guilty of ____________________.

Which of the following statements are true regarding age in the workplace?

Race denotes a category of people who are perceived as distinctive on the basis of certain culturally inherited traits.

Which of the following pieces of advice might you not offer to an organization whose diversity training efforts are ineffective?

Cutting off older workers from job-related training and career development opportunities is a form of subtle discrimination.

Diversity consists of primary and secondary dimensions.Define these two terms, and offer three examples of each.Which dimensions and characteristics do you believe contribute most strongly to stereotypes?

Introduction to Human Relations

Improving Interpersonal Communications

Building High Self-Esteem

Personal Values Influence Ethical Choices

Attitudes Can Shape Your Life

Developing a Professional Presence

Resolving Conflict and Achieving Emotional Balance

A Life Plan for Effective Human Relations

Filters