Question 1

In terms of weight and appearance, which of the following is an example of an instance where an employee may have federal legal protection in the U.S. workplace?
A)If he is not hired because he is unattractive, because this falls under the protection of the Civil Rights Act.
B)If he is fired because he is obese and his weight issue qualifies for protection under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
C)Because men are not required to wear make-up, if a female employee refuses to wear make-up to work she cannot be fired for this because it falls under the Civil Rights Act and is considered as discrimination because of one's gender.
D)Under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, if a job applicant has a very youthful appearance and he was not hired because the employer felt that customers would not trust him because he looked so young.

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act provides legal protection for employees who have a disability, which can include obesity if it substantially limits a major life activity. Therefore, if an employee is fired because of their weight issue, they may have legal protection under the ADA.

Question 2

Good business practices for religion in the workplace do not include which of the following?
A)Having a dress code
B)Having clear policies for paid and unpaid time off that could include religious holidays
C)Asking every employee his or her religion
D)Providing food options at events such as vegetarian, kosher, etc.

Accepted Answer

Asking every employee his or her religion is not an acceptable practice as it can lead to discrimination and violate privacy rights. Employers should respect the diversity of their workforce and not inquire about an employee's religion unless it is necessary to provide a reasonable accommodation. The other options (dress code, policies for time off, and providing food options) are all acceptable and can help create an inclusive workplace.

Question 3

Obesity in the workplace is a problem because
A)Obese people do experience discrimination in hiring and promotion.
B)More people today tend to be overweight.
C)Obesity can lead to health problems and increased health care costs for the employer
D)All of the above are reasons that obesity is becoming more of a problem in the workplace.

Accepted Answer

All of these reasons contribute to obesity being a problem in the workplace. Discrimination against obese individuals can lead to a lack of diversity and missed talent in hiring and promotion processes. The rising rates of obesity mean that more workers are likely to be affected. Obesity also leads to health problems, which can result in absenteeism and decreased productivity, as well as increased healthcare costs for employers.

Question 4

In terms of the relationship between race, gender and social class which of the following statements is not true?
A)It is harder for African Americans to move up in social class than white people.
B)The income gap between African Americans and whites is due solely to parental attitudes.
C)Gender is also linked to social class mobility problems.
D)Social class in the United States is stickier for non-whites and women.

Accepted Answer

The income gap between African Americans and whites is not solely due to parental attitudes, but rather is influenced by many factors including historical and ongoing racial discrimination, unequal access to education and job opportunities, and systemic inequalities in the criminal justice system.

Question 5

An employer can protect his company for conflicts and lawsuits involving religion by
A)Ignoring religion because it does not belong in the U.S. workplace.
B)Being more sensitive to the beliefs of others and attempting to make reasonable accommodation for religion.
C)Treating everyone the way he wants to be treated in terms of religion
D)None of the above.

Accepted Answer

The best way for an employer to protect his company for conflicts and lawsuits involving religion is by being more sensitive to the beliefs of others and attempting to make reasonable accommodation for religion. Ignoring religion or treating everyone the same way may not adequately address the unique needs of employees with religious beliefs and practices. By making reasonable accommodations, employers can help ensure that all employees are treated fairly and can practice their religion without discrimination or harassment.

Question 6

Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which of the following statements is not true?
A)This law defines religion as observances, beliefs and practices.
B)This law also protects those who have no religious beliefs from discrimination.
C)This law does not require an employer to protect employees from religious harassment by co-workers.
D)This law requires reasonable accommodation for religion as long as it does not cause undue hardship for the employer.

Accepted Answer

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 requires employers to protect employees from religious harassment by co-workers or supervisors. Therefore statement C is not true.

Question 7

The economic arguments for increased diversity in the workplace include all but which of the following reasons?
A)Responding to the need for a broader base of cultural knowledge
B)Increasing the potential for more creativity
C)Lowering payroll costs
D)Drawing from a larger talent pool

Accepted Answer

Increased diversity in the workplace generally leads to higher payroll costs, as companies may need to invest in additional training and benefits for employees from different backgrounds. Options A, B, and D are all valid economic arguments for diversity in the workplace.

Question 8

In a culture high on universalism, which of the following statements apply?
A)The rules of ethical behavior apply to all people equally.
B)The context determines what is the right thing to do
C)People are very uncertain of what is considered as ethical behavior and what is determined to be unethical behavior.
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

In a culture high on universalism, the rules of ethical behavior apply to all people equally, regardless of the context, personal relationships, or individual characteristics. This means that ethics are based on abstract principles rather than on subjective or situational factors. Therefore, statement A is the most accurate reflection of a universalist perspective. Statements B and C are more reflective of a particularist or relativist perspective, which emphasizes the importance of context and subjectivity in ethical decision-making.

Question 9

In the workplace, being attractive can result in all except which of the following situations?
A)Being hired more often than unattractive applicants
B)Earning more money than unattractive people
C)Being a disadvantaged if you are female and apply for a job usually held by a man or aspire to move up to a corporate level position
D)Being promoted

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that attractive applicants are often hired more frequently and offered higher salaries than unattractive applicants. They also tend to be more successful in their careers and are more likely to be promoted. However, being an attractive female can be a disadvantage when applying for jobs held by men or trying to move up to leadership positions. This is due to the perception that attractive women are not as competent or deserving of these positions.

Question 10

Best practices for religious diversity in the workplace include all but which of the following?
A)Posting an anti-religious harassment policy in a public place
B)Complying with all customer complaints about employees wearing clothing or jewelry that is related to their religion.
C)Providing training to managers and employees about religious rights in the workplace.
D)Taking employees requests seriously and making accommodations for religion when these are reasonable needs.

Accepted Answer

Complying with all customer complaints about employees wearing clothing or jewelry that is related to their religion is not a best practice as it may lead to discrimination against employees based on their religious beliefs. It is important to investigate the complaint and determine if it is actually interfering with the employee's ability to perform their job.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is true about deontological ethical systems?
A)These belief systems are all about the outcomes of the decision making process.
B)These beliefs systems require attention to external rules and obligations.
C)These beliefs provide the greatest good for the greatest number of people.
D)These beliefs do not vary much between cultures.

Accepted Answer

Deontological ethical systems emphasize the importance of fulfilling external rules, obligations, and duties, regardless of the potential consequences or outcomes. This approach contrasts with consequentialist ethical systems, which focus on maximizing overall outcomes or benefits. Deontological ethical systems may differ between cultures and contexts depending on the specific rules and obligations that are prioritized.

Question 12

Understanding religion in the workplace is more important today because
A)There is a growing trend in the U.S. today towards more integration of faith and work life.
B)It is covered under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
C)Religion gives meaning and values to people's lives.
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the options are correct. Religion is becoming more integrated into work life in the U.S., it is protected under federal law, and it provides important meaning and values for individuals. Understanding religion in the workplace is crucial for effective management and a respectful work environment.

Question 13

Which of the following would be illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
A)In a store, a customer objects to the religious dress of a Jewish employee who is earring a skull cap. So, the manager tells the man that he can no longer wear his yarmulke to work.
B)Not allowing a Muslim employee to pray on his prayer rug in the lobby of the building.
C)Telling an employee who is distributing religious leaflets to co-workers that he must stop doing this.
D)Not building a chapel where workers who requested this could pray on their lunch hour.

Accepted Answer

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits employment discrimination based on religion, among other things. Forcing an employee to remove religious attire, like a yarmulke, due to customer objections is a form of religious discrimination.

Question 14

The term "resource-based theory of the firm" means that
A)Organizations must strive to conserve natural resources
B)Organizations are a bundle of resources, which includes employees that are used to take advantage of external opportunities.
C)Achieving sustainability is part of the organizational mission
D)An organization has sufficient financial resources to seek out and hire diverse people.

Accepted Answer

The resource-based theory of the firm suggests that an organization is a bundle of resources, including employees, that is used to take advantage of external opportunities. It focuses on identifying and utilizing the unique set of resources that an organization possesses to create a competitive advantage in the marketplace. This theory emphasizes the importance of having valuable, rare, and difficult to imitate resources that can help a firm stand out from its competitors.

Question 15

Religion in the workplace can cause conflict about
A)How to dress, wear one's hair, etc
B)Which holy days to observe
C)Trying to convert others to one's religious beliefs
D)All of the above can cause workplace conflicts

Accepted Answer

All of the choices listed can cause workplace conflicts related to religion. Differences in dress and appearance, conflicts about which religious holidays to recognize, and attempts to convert coworkers can all lead to tension and workplace conflicts. It's important for workplaces to have clear policies in place regarding these issues and to encourage respect and inclusion for employees of all religions and spiritual beliefs.

Question 16

Which of the following statements is/are true about religion in the U.S. workplace?
A)The American colonies were founded on Christian principles but the first religion was not Christianity.
B)The pilgrims came to America for religious freedom
C)The belief in the Protestant Ethic is often cited as the reason that the U. S. has been so financially successful.
D)All of the above are true.

Accepted Answer

All the statements provided reflect aspects of religion's influence and history in the U.S. workplace and broader society. A) highlights the complex religious beginnings of the American colonies, B) references the Pilgrims' quest for religious freedom, and C) discusses the Protestant Ethic's perceived role in the U.S.'s financial success.

Question 17

How can religion make a positive contribution to organizational culture in the workplace?
A)It provides a framework of commonly held shared beliefs and values.
B)It assures that all people adhere to the same ethical beliefs.
C)It prevents conflicting views.
D)It ensures that employees will not steal from the company.

Accepted Answer

Religion can contribute positively to organizational culture by offering a set of shared beliefs and values that can enhance cohesion and a sense of community among employees. This shared framework can help in building a positive and inclusive culture. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they assume uniformity in religious beliefs and ethical practices, which is unrealistic in diverse work environments. Additionally, preventing conflicting views or ensuring specific behaviors like not stealing are not direct contributions of religion to organizational culture.

Question 18

Which of the following is not true about the pragmatic/economic approach to diversity?
A)The business and profit results are the most important.
B)The resources of the firm should be allocated using financial success as the primary criteria for making decisions.
C)Doing the right thing usually will lead to the most profitability.
D)A & C

Accepted Answer

The pragmatic/economic approach to diversity is focused on the economic benefits that diversity can bring to a company. It prioritizes financial success over other factors, such as social responsibility or ethical considerations. While it is possible that doing the right thing can also lead to profitability, this is not the primary focus of the pragmatic/economic approach. Therefore, option C is not true.

Question 19

The most important reason that employers need to be careful when requiring certain standards of weight and appearance as a bona fide occupational qualification is that
A)This policy can sometimes be tied to racial, religious, age, or sexual discrimination and be grounds for a legitimate lawsuit.
B)It is always bad for an organization's image.
C)Unattractive employees are less expensive to hire.
D)It will decrease the applicant pool.

Accepted Answer

Requiring certain standards of weight and appearance can sometimes be tied to discrimination based on factors such as race, religion, age, or sex. This can lead to lawsuits against the company, damaging its reputation and financial stability. Therefore, employers need to be careful when implementing such standards as a bona fide occupational qualification.

Question 20

Why are some organizations implementing dress codes for employees?
A)To minimize the distractions of provocative dress in the workplace
B)To project a professional image for customers
C)To increase employee compliance
D)All of the above are reasons that organizations implementing dress codes for employees.

Accepted Answer

There are multiple reasons that organizations implement dress codes for employees, including minimizing distractions, projecting a professional image for customers, and increasing employee compliance. Therefore, D is the best choice.

Introduction

In terms of weight and appearance, which of the following is an example of an instance where an employee may have federal legal protection in the U.S. workplace?

Good business practices for religion in the workplace do not include which of the following?

Obesity in the workplace is a problem because

In terms of the relationship between race, gender and social class which of the following statements is not true?

An employer can protect his company for conflicts and lawsuits involving religion by

Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which of the following statements is not true?

The economic arguments for increased diversity in the workplace include all but which of the following reasons?

In a culture high on universalism, which of the following statements apply?

In the workplace, being attractive can result in all except which of the following situations?

Best practices for religious diversity in the workplace include all but which of the following?

Which of the following statements is true about deontological ethical systems?

Understanding religion in the workplace is more important today because

Which of the following would be illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

The term "resource-based theory of the firm" means that

Religion in the workplace can cause conflict about

Which of the following statements is/are true about religion in the U.S. workplace?

How can religion make a positive contribution to organizational culture in the workplace?

Which of the following is not true about the pragmatic/economic approach to diversity?

The most important reason that employers need to be careful when requiring certain standards of weight and appearance as a bona fide occupational qualification is that

Why are some organizations implementing dress codes for employees?