Question 1

Inclusive dimensions of diversity

Accepted Answer

A)  have a greater impact than do primary dimensions. 
B)  are inborn. 
C)  can change throughout one's lifetime. 
D)  include such factors as gender. 
E)  none of these. 
A)  have a greater impact than do primary dimensions. 
B)  are inborn. 
C)  can change throughout one's lifetime. 
D)  include such factors as gender. 
E)  none of these. C

Question 2

Solicitation with the promise of reward is the highest level of sexual harassment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

The genuine efforts to accept and manage diverse people in North America are a phenomenon of the 1970s.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

____________________ is designed to make people aware of their own prejudices and stereotypes.

Accepted Answer

Diversity

Question 5

Stereotyping is based on cultural differences verified by scientific research methods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

List and describe the five forms of sexual harassment.

Accepted Answer

Generalized. This form involves sexual r

Question 7

A culture that accepts only one way of doing things and one set of values and beliefs is called a(n) ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A culture that accepts only one way...

Question 8

Which of the following group of men is expected to grow the most in employment from 2006 to 2016?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hispanic 
B)  Asian 
C)  African American 
D)  European 
E)  White 
A)  Hispanic 
B)  Asian 
C)  African American 
D)  European 
E)  White

Question 9

Matthew is Mandy's supervisor. He promises to fire her if she does not engage in sexual activity with him. This type of sexual harassment would be categorized as

Accepted Answer

A)  coercion with threat of punishment. 
B)  solicitation with promise of reward. 
C)  appropriate. 
D)  generalized. 
E)  potional authority. 
A)  coercion with threat of punishment. 
B)  solicitation with promise of reward. 
C)  appropriate. 
D)  generalized. 
E)  potional authority.

Question 10

Traditional dimension of diversity such as work style, communication style, and educational or skill level are particularly relevant in the organizational setting.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

According to a recent study, nonromantic love relationships had a

Accepted Answer

A)  negative impact on organizational effectiveness. 
B)  negative impact on individual productivity. 
C)  positive influence on individual compensation. 
D)  positive impact on an individual's career. 
E)  none of these. 
A)  negative impact on organizational effectiveness. 
B)  negative impact on individual productivity. 
C)  positive influence on individual compensation. 
D)  positive impact on an individual's career. 
E)  none of these.

Question 12

Managing diversity means creating a climate in which the potential advantages of diversity for organizational or group performance are maximized while the potential disadvantages are minimized.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When in a family both parents work, which of the following may be helpful from the company they work for?

Accepted Answer

A)  Childcare 
B)  Flexible work schedule 
C)  Home-based employment 
D)  Maternity or paternity leaves 
E)  All of these 
A)  Childcare 
B)  Flexible work schedule 
C)  Home-based employment 
D)  Maternity or paternity leaves 
E)  All of these

Question 14

All of these are inclusive dimensions of diversity EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  family. 
B)  religion. 
C)  income. 
D)  education. 
E)  sexual orientation. 
A)  family. 
B)  religion. 
C)  income. 
D)  education. 
E)  sexual orientation.

Question 15

According to MANAGER'S SHOPTALK in Chapter 12, Americans pay close attention to appearance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following refers to a higher ranking, senior organizational member who is committed to providing upward mobility and support to a protégé's professional career?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sponsor 
B)  Mentor 
C)  Expatriate 
D)  Delegate 
E)  Advisor 
A)  Sponsor 
B)  Mentor 
C)  Expatriate 
D)  Delegate 
E)  Advisor

Question 17

____________________ is the belief that groups and subcultures are inherently equal.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is the belief that groups and...

Question 18

A culture that accepts only one way of doing things and one set of values and beliefs is referred to as a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  primary culture. 
B)  preferred culture. 
C)  dominating culture. 
D)  monoculture. 
E)  pluralism. 
A)  primary culture. 
B)  preferred culture. 
C)  dominating culture. 
D)  monoculture. 
E)  pluralism.

Question 19

A rigid, exaggerated, irrational belief associated with a particular group of people defines prejudice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

By 2050, 50 percent of the entrants into the workforce will likely be women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Inclusive dimensions of diversity

Solicitation with the promise of reward is the highest level of sexual harassment.

The genuine efforts to accept and manage diverse people in North America are a phenomenon of the 1970s.

____________________ is designed to make people aware of their own prejudices and stereotypes.

Stereotyping is based on cultural differences verified by scientific research methods.

List and describe the five forms of sexual harassment.

A culture that accepts only one way of doing things and one set of values and beliefs is called a(n) ____________________.

Which of the following group of men is expected to grow the most in employment from 2006 to 2016?

Matthew is Mandy's supervisor. He promises to fire her if she does not engage in sexual activity with him. This type of sexual harassment would be categorized as

Traditional dimension of diversity such as work style, communication style, and educational or skill level are particularly relevant in the organizational setting.

According to a recent study, nonromantic love relationships had a

Managing diversity means creating a climate in which the potential advantages of diversity for organizational or group performance are maximized while the potential disadvantages are minimized.

When in a family both parents work, which of the following may be helpful from the company they work for?

All of these are inclusive dimensions of diversity EXCEPT

According to MANAGER'S SHOPTALK in Chapter 12, Americans pay close attention to appearance.

Which of the following refers to a higher ranking, senior organizational member who is committed to providing upward mobility and support to a protégé's professional career?

____________________ is the belief that groups and subcultures are inherently equal.

A culture that accepts only one way of doing things and one set of values and beliefs is referred to as a(n)

A rigid, exaggerated, irrational belief associated with a particular group of people defines prejudice.

By 2050, 50 percent of the entrants into the workforce will likely be women.

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Exam 12: Managing Diversity

Inclusive dimensions of diversity

Solicitation with the promise of reward is the highest level of sexual harassment.

The genuine efforts to accept and manage diverse people in North America are a phenomenon of the 1970s.

____________________ is designed to make people aware of their own prejudices and stereotypes.

Stereotyping is based on cultural differences verified by scientific research methods.

List and describe the five forms of sexual harassment.

A culture that accepts only one way of doing things and one set of values and beliefs is called a(n) ____________________.

Which of the following group of men is expected to grow the most in employment from 2006 to 2016?

Matthew is Mandy's supervisor. He promises to fire her if she does not engage in sexual activity with him. This type of sexual harassment would be categorized as

Traditional dimension of diversity such as work style, communication style, and educational or skill level are particularly relevant in the organizational setting.

According to a recent study, nonromantic love relationships had a

Managing diversity means creating a climate in which the potential advantages of diversity for organizational or group performance are maximized while the potential disadvantages are minimized.

When in a family both parents work, which of the following may be helpful from the company they work for?

All of these are inclusive dimensions of diversity EXCEPT

According to MANAGER'S SHOPTALK in Chapter 12, Americans pay close attention to appearance.

Which of the following refers to a higher ranking, senior organizational member who is committed to providing upward mobility and support to a protégé's professional career?

____________________ is the belief that groups and subcultures are inherently equal.

A culture that accepts only one way of doing things and one set of values and beliefs is referred to as a(n)

A rigid, exaggerated, irrational belief associated with a particular group of people defines prejudice.

By 2050, 50 percent of the entrants into the workforce will likely be women.

Innovative Management for Turbulent Times

The Evolution of Management Thinking

The Environment and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managerial Planning and Goal Setting

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Managerial Decision Making

Designing Adaptive Organizations

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources

Dynamics of Behavior in Organizations

Leadership

Motivating Employees

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

Managing Quality and Performance

Managing the Value Chain, Information Technology, and E-Business

Managing Small Business Start-Ups

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