You Are the Manager of a Department with a Diverse

Multiple Choice

You are the manager of a department with a diverse work group,where white males comprise the largest subgroup.Many of the white males resent having to work alongside female and minority employees who have less seniority and work experience but are paid the same.Several conflicts between the white males and other employees have disrupted the workplace.What approach would be most appropriate and effective in dealing with this situation?

A) indicate that inappropriate behaviour is not tolerated,and encourage open and frank discussions in a series of meetings
B) fire the white male perpetrators
C) extend preferential treatment to female and minority employees
D) urge female and minority employees to take legal action against those who have caused problems