Exam 6: Inequalities in Work and Employment

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Researchers say we should look at precarization as a set of processes raising insecurity across jobs in capitalist societies rather than focus on non-standard or precarious work as a cluster of jobs.

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Which of the following is the main analytic unit of Pierre Bourdieu's notion of cultural capital?

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What qualities are you looking for in your first job? Do you expect to find them? How do you feel reading about the changes Canadians are facing in the workplace?

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As a recent graduate, I am looking for a first job that offers opportunities for growth and learning. I hope to find a supportive and collaborative work environment where I can develop my skills and contribute to meaningful projects. Additionally, I value a job that offers a good work-life balance and opportunities for advancement.

Regarding the changes Canadians are facing in the workplace, I feel concerned but also hopeful. It's clear that the nature of work is evolving, with technological advancements and shifting economic landscapes. While these changes may bring uncertainty, I believe they also present opportunities for innovation and new career paths. I think it's important for both employers and employees to adapt to these changes and embrace new ways of working. Overall, I feel optimistic about the future of work in Canada, and I am eager to be a part of this evolving landscape.

What is underemployment? What factors contribute to underemployment rates?

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The service sector is comprised only of lower-tier positions involving lower incomes and educational requirements.

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To what do we refer by "the processes and institutions through which workers are allocated to paid jobs"?

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Ready access to cultural resources has no impact on educational achievement because schools do not value the knowledge gained from these cultural resources.

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Most unionized workers are now found in what sector of the economy?

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Gender socialization and personal choice play no role in occupational segregation.

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Which of the following is not one of the forms that non-standard work takes?

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What are blue-collared (or manual) workers?

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When employers create mental lists of the "best" workers for their jobs, what trait is likely to not be considered?

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Occupations are not segregated by race and ethnicity.

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Jobs provide income and other rewards, including pensions, paid vacations, among others. Consequently, jobs have a direct bearing on our standard of living and quality of life.

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In 2014, the average annual income for Canadian company directors was ______, while the average Canadian earned just $38,700.

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Describe Pierre Bourdieu's contribution to the study of the labour market. How are his theories useful in understanding the labour market as a field of unequal power relations?

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Over time, the employment rate has increased slightly, reaching an all-time high of 64% in 2020.

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What do some researchers now call some of the less desirable jobs in the service sector?

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Currently, 79% of all Canadian workers are employed in service industries.

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Currently, 79 percent of all Canadian workers are employed in service industries.

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Exam 6: Inequalities in Work and Employment

Researchers say we should look at precarization as a set of processes raising insecurity across jobs in capitalist societies rather than focus on non-standard or precarious work as a cluster of jobs.

Which of the following is the main analytic unit of Pierre Bourdieu's notion of cultural capital?

What qualities are you looking for in your first job? Do you expect to find them? How do you feel reading about the changes Canadians are facing in the workplace?

What is underemployment? What factors contribute to underemployment rates?

The service sector is comprised only of lower-tier positions involving lower incomes and educational requirements.

To what do we refer by "the processes and institutions through which workers are allocated to paid jobs"?

Ready access to cultural resources has no impact on educational achievement because schools do not value the knowledge gained from these cultural resources.

Most unionized workers are now found in what sector of the economy?

Gender socialization and personal choice play no role in occupational segregation.

Which of the following is not one of the forms that non-standard work takes?

What are blue-collared (or manual) workers?

When employers create mental lists of the "best" workers for their jobs, what trait is likely to not be considered?

Occupations are not segregated by race and ethnicity.

Jobs provide income and other rewards, including pensions, paid vacations, among others. Consequently, jobs have a direct bearing on our standard of living and quality of life.

In 2014, the average annual income for Canadian company directors was ______, while the average Canadian earned just $38,700.

Describe Pierre Bourdieu's contribution to the study of the labour market. How are his theories useful in understanding the labour market as a field of unequal power relations?

Over time, the employment rate has increased slightly, reaching an all-time high of 64% in 2020.

What do some researchers now call some of the less desirable jobs in the service sector?

Currently, 79% of all Canadian workers are employed in service industries.

Currently, 79 percent of all Canadian workers are employed in service industries.

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