Deck 2: Theoretical Tenets of Diversity and Inclusion

Question 1

Why is understanding theory important in the study of diversity?

Answer 1

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Question 2

Identify and describe the different ways of studying diversity. In doing so, also provide examples of each method and the limitations associated with each approach.

Answer 2

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Question 3

Of the three classes of diversity theories, with which perspective do you most identify in terms of understanding diversity in organizations?

Answer 3

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Question 4

Juan develops a theory in which he proposes that, as surface-level diversity increases, so too does workplace creativity. From this description, surface-level diversity would be considered a ________ while its relationship to creativity would be considered a _________.

A) Boundary condition; construct
B) Construct; proposition
C) Proposition; model
D) Constraint; theoretical premise

Question 5

Jamil theorizes that the positive relationship between workplace diversity and idea generation is made stronger when there is a cooperative workplace culture. Which of the following best describes cooperative workplace culture in Jamil's theory?

A) Boundary condition
B) Construct
C) Proposition
D) Mediator

Question 6

According to Fink, without theory, researchers and practitioners would be relying on:

A) Research briefs
B) Common sense
C) Data analysts
D) A and C only

Question 7

According to Intervening Process Theory, diversity characteristics with high job relatedness and high visibility are likely to do which of the following?

A) Increase affective conflict
B) Increase substantive conflict
C) Decrease affective conflict
D) A and B only
E) None of the above

Question 8

According to Creative Capital Theory, creative people are attracted to locations that have:

A) Many tax breaks to encourage entrepreneurship.
B) A high concentration of highly educated people.
C) An inclusive environment for LGBT individuals.
D) A and C only
E) B and C only

Question 9

According to ____________ Theory, sport teaches participants valuable lessons, such as teamwork and the value of persevering.

A) Conflict
B) Critical
C) Functionalism
D) Creative capital

Question 10

People following a ___________ Theory perspective would likely point to the high costs of attending a sporting event to show that sport is designed to privilege the rich over the poor.

A) Conflict
B) Interactionist
C) Intervening/Process
D) Critical

Question 11

Becky's research shows that gender and social class intersect such that poor women have the worst work experiences of any sport organization employees. These findings are consistent with which principle?

A) Intersectionality
B) Propositions
C) Critical analysis
D) Management inquiry

Question 12

Research shows that _______________ can result in negative performance appraisals, self-limiting behaviors, and ultimately poor performance.

A) In-group processes
B) Social categorization
C) Stigmata
D) Job-related diversity

Question 13

Optimal Distinctiveness Theory holds that people have the dual desire to uniquely express important identities and:

A) Value differences among others.
B) Maintain some identities privately.
C) Work at an optimal level of success.
D) All of the above.
E) None of the above.

Question 14

Jason and Adam both have a disability: Jason has a learning disability and Adam uses a wheelchair. Though both are high performing members of the organization, Adam frequently faces stigma from coworkers. According to Stigma Theory, this is likely due to which principle?

A) Controllable
B) Visible
C) Legally Protected
D) Oppositional

Question 15

The most important part of theory is explaining why phenomena take place.

Question 16

Intervening Process Theory holds that some diversity forms are preferred while others are not.

Question 17

According to Interactionist Theory, firms are likely to hold a competitive advantage when they possess resources that are valuable, rare, and difficult to imitate.

Question 18

In 2015-2016, a family earning the median household income in the US would need to spend 24 percent of their income for NBA season tickets.

Question 19

Critical Race Theory holds that there are objective truths that can be discerned.

Question 20

Researchers have shown that consumers will interpret LGBT inclusiveness as reflective of inclusiveness across other diversity dimensions, too.