Question 1

Which of the following are true?

Accepted Answer

All of the statements are true. Society's view of fair treatment of employees is constantly evolving, such as the shift towards increasing flexibility and work-life balance. Practices that were considered acceptable in the past, such as discrimination and child labor, are now illegal. Laws and regulations are often updated to reflect changes in societal values, and what is considered fair and legal can therefore change over time. Simply following laws and regulations may not ensure that employees feel they are being treated fairly, as employee experience and perception of fairness is subjective and can be influenced by factors beyond legal compliance.

Question 2

______________ participate in diversity training and provide feedback on its effectiveness and other diversity and inclusion initiatives as part of their organizational role in ensuring fair treatment and legal compliance.

Accepted Answer

E

Question 3

Line managers, HR professionals, and employees all have roles and responsibilities for ensuring fair treatment in the workplace. Which of the following do all three groups have in common?

Accepted Answer

All three groups - line managers, HR professionals, and employees - need to be informed about laws and regulations protecting employee rights to ensure fair treatment and compliance in the workplace.

Question 4

In a recent downsizing, Brantley was terminated. He had just completed a company-paid MBA program less than one week before his termination. The downsizing was a shock to Brantley as he was unaware that the downsizing was likely to occur. His supervisor indicated that he had personally chosen Brantley for termination because his new degree made him more likely than others in his department to be able to find another job quickly. Brantley is probably feeling that:

Accepted Answer

Brantley is likely feeling that he has been denied procedural justice because the process of his termination might not have been fair or transparent. He may also feel denied distributive justice, as the outcome (his termination) seems unfair, especially after completing a company-paid MBA. Lastly, he might feel denied interactional justice, as the manner in which the decision was communicated (with the reasoning that his new degree made him more likely to find another job) could be perceived as insensitive or disrespectful.

Question 5

In the class action lawsuit Dukes v. Wal-Mart,

Accepted Answer

In Dukes v. Wal-Mart, the plaintiffs, who were female employees, argued that the company's practices resulted in women receiving lower pay and fewer promotions compared to their male counterparts. This case highlighted issues of gender discrimination within the company's operations.

Question 6

In order for employees to perceive that the formal procedure used to resolve concerns about unfair treatment is itself fair:

Accepted Answer

In order for employees to perceive that the formal procedure used to resolve concerns about unfair treatment is fair, all of the above conditions must be met. The information used to resolve the issue must be appropriate and accurate, the basis for deciding how to resolve the problem must be clearly explained to all parties involved, all parties involved must have equal and open access to the resolution process, and the system should be flexible enough to be responsive to changing conditions that may require further changes. Only when all of these elements are present can employees feel that the process is fair and just.

Question 7

Ravi complained to his supervisor when he discovered that he was required to work late three nights a week, and a co-worker in a similar position only worked late once every two weeks. Ravi thought his treatment was unfair. The supervisor instructed both employees to work two nights every week. Even though Ravi would have preferred to not work any nights, he was satisfied with this solution because the:

Accepted Answer

The supervisor addressed Ravi's complaint by using both distributive justice (adjusting Ravi's work schedule to match that of his co-worker) and procedural justice (listening to Ravi's complaint and taking action to address it). This shows an effort to achieve fairness through multiple avenues.

Question 8

In most states, employees have up to _____ days after an alleged discriminatory event to file a charge with the EEOC.

Accepted Answer

In most states, employees have up to 300 days after an alleged discriminatory event to file a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). This timeframe is extended from the standard 180 days due to the presence of a state or local agency that enforces a law that prohibits employment discrimination on the same basis.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT an action to likely to be taken by an employee who feels unfairly treated by the organization and who has decided to stay and seek revenge to even things out?

Accepted Answer

Ignoring the injustice and hoping it corrects itself is not an action likely to be taken by an employee seeking revenge. The other options involve some form of retaliation or misconduct.

Question 10

Executive orders are:

Accepted Answer

Executive orders are directives issued by the president of the United States that manage operations of the federal government. They are not created by federal agencies, dictated by the U.S. Constitution, or the result of precedent-setting legal cases. They also do not act as state laws for federal laws.

Question 11

Imagine you work in the human resources office of a large department store. You have been asked to develop a fair procedure to thwart employee pilferage. In developing this procedure, you should take into account:

Accepted Answer

All of the above factors should be considered when developing a fair procedure to thwart employee pilferage. Accurate and appropriate information is necessary to identify and address the problem. Communicating the policy is important to make sure all employees are aware of the consequences of stealing. Allowing employees to contribute their ideas can promote ownership and cooperation in the process. Building flexibility into the policy can account for unique circumstances and allow for fair and consistent enforcement.

Question 12

In a recent downsizing, Bria, an average performer, was informed via email not to report to work the following Monday as her job had been terminated. Bria was aware that the downsizing was to occur and was informed of the process by which layoffs would occur, which she thought was fair. All other performers in her work group who were let go had also been rated "average." Bria

Accepted Answer

Bria likely believes she has been denied interactional justice because she was informed of her termination via email, which can be perceived as impersonal and lacking in respect or dignity. Procedural justice (fairness in the process) and distributive justice (fairness in the outcome) seem to have been upheld, as she was aware of the downsizing process and deemed it fair, and all average performers were treated similarly.

Question 13

Which of the following statements about fairness is true?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements about fairness...

Question 14

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is an example of an _____ agency.

Accepted Answer

The EEOC is an administrative agency, meaning it was created by Congress to carry out certain functions and has the power to enforce regulations and adjudicate disputes.

Question 15

Suzanne is a lesbian and she has been denied a promotion to departmental manager. Suzanne's superiors feel that because of her sexual orientation, she will not have the respect of her subordinates. Suzanne confers with her lawyer. She wants to sue her employer for discrimination. She has been deprived of a career and financial opportunity because her employer views her sexual orientation as a barrier to her performance. What will her lawyer tell her?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Suzanne is a lesbian and she has...

Question 16

Which of the following statements about the relationship between federal and state laws is true?

Accepted Answer

State laws must be consistent with federal laws under the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution. However, this does not mean that state laws are simply reiterations of federal laws, nor does it mean that federal laws always precede state laws or always supersede state laws. Therefore, options A, B, and C are incorrect.

Question 17

You perceive that you are being treated unfairly in the workplace. Which of the following actions will help you to resolve the issue in a manner best for you and your organization?

Accepted Answer

It is always best to attempt to resolve conflicts and issues within the workplace before considering external options such as legal action or quitting. Speaking with your supervisor or HR representative can lead to a resolution that benefits both you and the organization. Ignoring the issue or quitting without attempting to address it can be detrimental to your career and may not provide a satisfactory solution for the organization. Legislation may not always be applicable or may take too long to come into effect, and legal action should be a last resort after all other options have been exhausted.

Question 18

James and his life-partner Mikael work for the same company. James was recently denied a promotion into a department in which Mikael would be his supervisor. The reason cited for denying James was that the promotion was not allowed under the company's nepotism policy. James believes he has been unfairly denied the promotion. He can:

Accepted Answer

The denial of promotion due to a nepotism policy does not fall under sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or disability discrimination. Nepotism policies are generally legal, and James would not have grounds to sue under the options provided.

Question 19

Which of the following statements about the relationship between federal and state laws is true?

Accepted Answer

State laws can often anticipate or precede federal laws in order to address specific issues or concerns within their respective states. Federal laws typically set minimum standards that must be met, but states can have more stringent laws in place. Therefore, it is possible for state laws to be stricter than federal laws.

Question 20

Executive orders:

Accepted Answer

Executive orders are legally binding directives made by the president of the United States that direct federal agencies and departments in how to carry out their duties. They are often used to specify rules and conditions for government business and for doing business with the government.

Quiz 3: Ensuring Fair Treatment and Legal Compliance

Which of the following are true?

______________ participate in diversity training and provide feedback on its effectiveness and other diversity and inclusion initiatives as part of their organizational role in ensuring fair treatment and legal compliance.

Line managers, HR professionals, and employees all have roles and responsibilities for ensuring fair treatment in the workplace. Which of the following do all three groups have in common?

In the class action lawsuit Dukes v. Wal-Mart,

In order for employees to perceive that the formal procedure used to resolve concerns about unfair treatment is itself fair:

In most states, employees have up to _____ days after an alleged discriminatory event to file a charge with the EEOC.

Which of the following is NOT an action to likely to be taken by an employee who feels unfairly treated by the organization and who has decided to stay and seek revenge to even things out?

Executive orders are:

Imagine you work in the human resources office of a large department store. You have been asked to develop a fair procedure to thwart employee pilferage. In developing this procedure, you should take into account:

Which of the following statements about fairness is true?

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is an example of an _____ agency.

Which of the following statements about the relationship between federal and state laws is true?

You perceive that you are being treated unfairly in the workplace. Which of the following actions will help you to resolve the issue in a manner best for you and your organization?

Which of the following statements about the relationship between federal and state laws is true?

Executive orders: