Question 1

The Family and Medical Leave Act
A) provides paid leave for women who choose to stay home with newborn infants.
B) provides unpaid leave of up to 12 weeks for men and women for the birth or adoption of infants, or in the case where it is necessary to care for an immediate family member who may be ill.
C) provides unpaid leave of up to 6 weeks for couples (male or female) who have a new baby.
D) was recently eliminated by the Supreme Court due to an employment shortage.

Accepted Answer

The Family and Medical Leave Act provides unpaid leave of up to 12 weeks for men and women for the birth or adoption of infants, or in the case where it is necessary to care for an immediate family member who may be ill. It does not provide paid leave for women who choose to stay home with newborn infants, nor does it provide unpaid leave specifically for couples who have a new baby. Additionally, the act has not been eliminated by the Supreme Court.

Question 2

In coming years, high-tech growth areas such as computer technology, biotechnology, and robotics are likely to experience a
A) surplus of labor.
B) significant decline in market demand, leading to a stagnant labor market.
C) shortage of skilled labor.
D) stable equilibrium in the labor market.

Accepted Answer

As high-tech industries continue to grow, the demand for skilled labor to fill specialized roles in computer technology, biotechnology, and robotics is likely to increase. This could result in a shortage of skilled labor as the supply of workers with the necessary expertise may not be able to keep pace with the demand. This would lead to increased competition for talent and potentially higher wages for those with the desired skills.

Question 3

Which of the following statements about human resource management opportunities and challenges is most accurate?
A) Shifts in the economy have led to a huge pool of skilled and unskilled workers from declining industries that are either unemployed or are underemployed.
B) Workers now would rather have more income rather than more leisure. Therefore, many employees now want to work more than 40 hours per week.
C) So many people have sought training in high-tech areas such as robotics and computers that there is likely to be a huge surplus of labor in high-tech industries.
D) Workers now desire more stability and predictability in their careers, so they now give their employers more loyalty and expect more loyalty from their employers in return.

Accepted Answer

The text lists several challenges and opportunities affecting human resource management. One challenge is that structural factors, such as declining industries and undereducated new workers, in the economy have given rise to a large number of workers who are either underemployed or unemployed.

Question 4

The Civil Rights Act of 1991
A) declared affirmative action plans unconstitutional.
B) requires any firm with over 600 employees to file an annual report with the Department of Labor identifying the steps it has taken to eliminate discriminatory practices.
C) allows victims of discrimination to seek punitive damages.
D) is the first law to declare reverse discrimination illegal.

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1991 does not declare affirmative action plans unconstitutional (A). It does require firms with over 100 employees to file an annual report with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (not the Department of Labor) identifying the steps they have taken to eliminate discriminatory practices, but the number is 100, not 600 (B). The Act does allow victims of discrimination to seek punitive damages (C), which was a significant change from previous laws. Finally, the Act does not explicitly declare reverse discrimination illegal (D).

Question 5

The changes in the American business system that have had the most dramatic impact on the workings of the free enterprise system are the changes in
A) the labor force.
B) technology.
C) financial regulations.
D) consumer behavior.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The changes in the American business system...

Question 6

One of the key functions of human resource management is
A) departmentalizing.
B) recruiting.
C) budgeting.
D) auditing.

Accepted Answer

Recruiting is one of the key functions of human resource management as it involves attracting and selecting the best talent to meet the organization's needs. It is essential for the success of the organization as quality employees contribute to productivity and efficiency, which ultimately affects the bottom line. Departmentalizing, budgeting, and auditing are important functions in human resource management, but they are not considered as key functions.

Question 7

Which of the following is a challenge that is facing the human resource managers of today?
A) too many unemployed scientists and computer engineers
B) an increasing number of Gen Yers in the workforce
C) a shift in employee attitudes toward work
D) an increased demand for uniformity in benefits offered to employees

Accepted Answer

The text lists several challenges and opportunities affecting human resource management. One challenge is that employee attitudes are shifting toward work. Leisure time has become a much higher priority, as have concepts such as flextime and a shorter workweek.

Question 8

The ________ protects individuals over the age of 40 from discrimination based on age with respect to issues such as hiring, promotions, job benefits, and assignments.
A) Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967
B) Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1998
C) Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938
D) Employee Rights and Responsibilities Act of 1983

Accepted Answer

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 protects individuals over the age of 40 from discrimination based on age with respect to hiring, promotions, job benefits, and assignments in organizations with 20 or more employees. The other options do not specifically address age discrimination.

Question 9

Rick is a human resource manager at a nonprofit. If Rick's organization is like most companies today, which of the following statements about his job is likely to be the most accurate?
A) Most of Rick's time will be devoted to clerical duties such as processing payroll checks and keeping employee files updated.
B) Rick's job will be simpler in the future than it was in the past, because the percentage of new workers entering the labor force who are poorly educated and unprepared for work is slowly but steadily declining.
C) Government laws and regulations concerning hiring, worker safety, pay, and unionization will make Rick's work complex and challenging.
D) Rick and his fellow human resource managers will be given complete responsibility for performing all human resource functions within the organization.

Accepted Answer

Human resource management is facing several challenges and opportunities. One challenge mentioned in the text is that human resource managers must deal with a complex set of laws and regulations governing a wide variety of the functions they perform.

Question 10

Which of the following statements best describes the current view of the role of human resource management within a firm?
A) Human resource management is largely a clerical function that involves keeping records, processing payroll, and making sure that federal regulations are met.
B) Human resource management has become so complex that only highly trained specialists should make human resource decisions.
C) Human resource management functions have become so important that in many firms all managers now perform them.
D) Changes in technology have largely done away with the need for a separate human resource department.

Accepted Answer

Human resource management has become so critical that it is no longer the responsibility of a single department. Most human resource functions are now shared by professional human resource managers and other managers within the organization.

Question 11

The ultimate resource of a firm is its
A) business plan.
B) marketing mix.
C) capital budget.
D) employees.

Accepted Answer

The ultimate resource of a firm is its employees. They are the ones who create, innovate, and execute the business plan, marketing mix, and capital budget. Without skilled employees, a firm cannot succeed.

Question 12

Today, human resource management has become so important that in many firms it has become
A) a function performed by managers in all areas of the organization.
B) the sole responsibility of the firm's legal staff.
C) a function handled only by specialists in the human resource department.
D) a function handled only by the firm's top management.

Accepted Answer

Human resource management has evolved to be a function performed by managers across all areas of an organization, not just by specialists in a human resource department. This reflects the understanding that managing people effectively is integral to all managerial roles.

Question 13

Six years ago, Archie lost his job as a highly skilled craftsman at a metal working shop. Before accepting a job as a maintenance worker at a local community college, he searched for a job similar to his old trade for several months. While he is happy to have employment, he is frustrated that he had to settle for a job that did not take full advantage of his skills. Archie is a(n)
A) structurally unemployed worker.
B) semi-employed worker.
C) underemployed worker.
D) quasi-employed worker.

Accepted Answer

An underemployed worker is a worker who has higher-level skills than his or her current job requires.

Question 14

Which of the following statements about human resource management opportunities and challenges is most accurate?
A) The age composition of the labor force is becoming younger.
B) Workers are becoming less loyal to their firms, resulting in higher turnover.
C) Workers are now demanding that more of their compensation be in wages and salaries and less in fringe benefits.
D) The number of workers who have received training in high-tech fields far exceeds the number of job openings in these areas.

Accepted Answer

The text lists several challenges and opportunities affecting human resource management. One challenge is that employee loyalty is declining, resulting in increased turnover.

Question 15

________ workers have a higher skill level than their current job requires.
A) Structurally unemployed
B) Frictionally unemployed
C) Contingent
D) Underemployed

Accepted Answer

Underemployed workers have a higher skill level than their current job requires, meaning they are not fully utilizing their potential and could be working in a higher skilled job.

Question 16

An important U.S. government organization charged with setting human resource management guidelines is
A) the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission).
B) the OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
C) the WPA (Works Progress Administration).
D) the MPDA (Manpower Development Administration).

Accepted Answer

The EEOC is responsible for enforcing federal laws that prohibit discrimination in employment. They also provide guidelines and regulations for fair and effective human resource management practices.

Question 17

The ________ was created by the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and has since become a formidable regulatory force in the administration of human resource management.
A) National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
B) AFL-CIO
C) Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
D) Affirmative Action Transition Commission (AATC)

Accepted Answer

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was created by the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to enforce federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The EEOC has the authority to investigate and enforce antidiscrimination laws related to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. It is a regulatory force in human resource management by ensuring that employers comply with these laws and promoting equal employment opportunities for all individuals. Options A, B, and D are incorrect because they are not relevant to the creation and administration of the EEOC.

Question 18

Employers must verify that employment candidates are eligible to work in the U.S. as mandated by the
A) Manpower Development and Training Act.
B) Civil Rights Act of 1991.
C) Immigration Reform and Control Act.
D) Occupational Safety and Health Act.

Accepted Answer

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that employers verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees. This includes completing an Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) for each employee within three days of hire.

Question 19

Probably the most controversial program enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission concerns
A) mandatory retirement.
B) affirmative action.
C) equal pay reporting.
D) green card requirements for illegal aliens.

Accepted Answer

Affirmative action has been a highly debated issue, with some arguing that it discriminates against white males and others arguing that it is necessary to level the playing field for historically marginalized groups. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission plays a significant role in enforcing affirmative action policies in workplaces across the United States.

Question 20

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
A) gives all citizens over the age of 18 the right to vote regardless of race, religion, sex, or creed.
B) prohibits firms from using employment testing as a means of selecting employees and determining which employees should be promoted.
C) requires all firms with over 100 employees to have an affirmative action plan.
D) prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex, creed, or national origin in matters such as hiring, firing, training, and compensation.

Accepted Answer

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex, creed, or national origin in matters such as hiring, firing, training, and compensation. Choices A, B, and C are not accurate descriptions of Title VII.

Quiz 11: Human Resource Management: Finding and Keeping the Best Employees

The Family and Medical Leave Act

In coming years, high-tech growth areas such as computer technology, biotechnology, and robotics are likely to experience a

Which of the following statements about human resource management opportunities and challenges is most accurate?

The Civil Rights Act of 1991

The changes in the American business system that have had the most dramatic impact on the workings of the free enterprise system are the changes in

One of the key functions of human resource management is

Which of the following is a challenge that is facing the human resource managers of today?

The ________ protects individuals over the age of 40 from discrimination based on age with respect to issues such as hiring, promotions, job benefits, and assignments.

Rick is a human resource manager at a nonprofit. If Rick's organization is like most companies today, which of the following statements about his job is likely to be the most accurate?

Which of the following statements best describes the current view of the role of human resource management within a firm?

The ultimate resource of a firm is its

Today, human resource management has become so important that in many firms it has become

Which of the following statements about human resource management opportunities and challenges is most accurate?

________ workers have a higher skill level than their current job requires.

An important U.S. government organization charged with setting human resource management guidelines is

The ________ was created by the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and has since become a formidable regulatory force in the administration of human resource management.

Employers must verify that employment candidates are eligible to work in the U.S. as mandated by the

Probably the most controversial program enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission concerns

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964