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With respect to the employment of "Dreamers", which of the following are true? (Check all that apply.)
Some employees who were born in the United States could lose out to Dreamers in competition for jobs. Dreamers were a significant source of talent for U.S. businesses.
When a mother or father is granted time off when a child is born or adopted and during the early months of a child's development, this is formally called ______.
parental leave
An invisible barrier that essentially blocks women from attaining the highest corporate positions is known as ______.
the glass ceiling
Some European nations such as Norway, France and Italy recently required quotas for women's representation on corporate boards. How has this affected the percentage of women on boards in those nations?
Countries with quotas appear to have a higher representation of women on boards.
In what way did Dreamers bring diversity to the U.S. workplace?
Dreamers came to the United States from many global regions.
The term sexual harassment is best explained by which statements? (Check all that apply.)
- A sexually offensive or intimidating work environment - Repeated, unwanted sexual attention in the workplace - On-the-job conditions that are hostile or threatening in a sexual way
Why does the inclusion of women on corporate boards improve company performance?
- Alternative courses of action are more realistically considered. - Women bring different life experiences to discussions.
Firms can promote inclusion by taking which actions? (Check all that apply.)
- Create a diversity council to monitor the firm's progress - Seek a wide and diverse pool of qualified employment candidates - Articulate diversity goals, set objectives, and hold managers accountable
Why does a diverse and inclusive workforce benefit a firm supporting a global market? (Check all that apply.)
- Cultural sensitivity helps retain employees and customers. - A variety of language skills serves the global customer base well. - Understanding differences across markets helps boost innovation.
What would happen to Apple if the company continued to employ Dreamers whose DACA permits were no longer valid? (Check all that apply.)
- Dreamers with invalid permits might be deported. -The company might face steep fines or even jail time.
Firms can support their employees who have caregiving responsibilities for children and elders through which actions? (Check all that apply.)
- Establishing programs for elder care - Complying with the Family and Medical Leave Act - Developing child care programs
Identity the true statements regarding the presence of immigrants in the U.S. workforce.
- In 2017, immigrants comprised about 17 percent of the U.S. workforce. - One out of every four U.S. immigrants is an undocumented immigrant worker
Companies that manage diversity and inclusion effectively enjoy which strategic advantages over companies that do not? (Check all that apply.)
- These firms avoid costly discrimination lawsuits. - They tend to serve customers more effectively. - A diverse and inclusive workforce boosts innovation in the firm.
Identify potential reasons why the gender pay gap exists.
- Women choose lower-paying jobs to have more time with family. - Employers may exhibit sexual discrimination.
Which of the following are true of the U.S. labor laws? (Check all that apply.)
- Written affirmative action plans to overcome past discrimination are required for all government contractors. - Women and men must receive equal pay for performing equal work. - Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or age is prohibited.
The term affirmative action is most accurately defined by which statements?
- Written plans with goals and a timetable for promoting job equality - Positive steps taken to overcome past discriminatory employment practices
To combat sexual and racial harassment, what actions should companies implement? (Check all that apply.)
-Develop and distribute a clear zero-tolerance harassment policy - Establish and communicate a formal complaint procedure for all employees
In the context of diversity in the U.S. workforce, rank the ethnic and racial groups that comprise the U.S. workforce based on their participation rate. (Place the largest group at the top.)
1. Hispanics 2. African American 3. Asian American
In 2016, what percentage of firms in the Fortune 500 had at least one founder who was either an immigrant or the child of immigrants?
40 percent
Identify the current trend regarding how long workers aged 65 and over plan to stay in the workforce.
About 36 percent of workers aged 65-69, and 20 percent of those over age 70, plan to continue working.
Although still underrepresented, women have broken into management roles, particularly in which industries? (Check all that apply.)
Education Health care
The U.S. job discrimination law that requires employers to provide up to twelve weeks of unpaid leave for illness, care of ill family members, and birth or adoption of a child is called the ______, according to Figure 16.5.
Family and Medical Leave Act
Why do some employees choose not to take advantage of family-friendly work policies? (Check all that apply.)
Men fear the Daddy Track. Women fear the Mommy Track.
In 2015, which age group became the largest generation in the U.S. workforce?
Millennials
According to a 2018 report by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, which of the following are true, with respect to the policies of the Fortune 500 towards their lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) employees? (Check all that apply.)
Over 83 percent included sexual orientation in their nondiscrimination policy. About 97 percent offered explicit prohibitions against gender identity discrimination.
How have the labor force participation rates of women and men changed over time in the United States?
Overall, the participation rates of women have increased, while the rates of men have decreased.
Match the dimension of diversity (in the left column) with the Dreamer characteristics listed (in the right column), according to the case Apple and the Dreamers.
Primary -Born outside the United States, 25 years old or younger, and female Secondary- legally authorized to work in the United States, fluent in Spanish
Match the level of diversity (in the left column) with its related characteristics (in the right column). -
Primary- Age, ethnicity, gender, race, and sexual orientation Secondary - Communication style, ways of thinking and interacting, family status, and first language
Match the opinion about affirmative action (in the left column) with its associated argument (in the right column).
Supporting arguments--- Affirmative action levels the playing field for all workers, and it helps firms monitor equal job opportunity programs.. Opposing arguments ---Affirmative action is inconsistent with the principles of fairness and equality, and it can demoralize those who are favored by affirmative action.
The term work flexibility is best illustrated by which work programs? (Check all that apply.)
Telecommuting Part-time work Job sharing
True or false: In 2015, immigrants were twice as likely as native born U.S. citizens to start a new business.
True
The principle that all qualified persons should be treated equally with respect to job opportunities, working conditions, pay, and benefits in the United States is termed ______.
equal employment opportunity
True or false: In 2018, just eight percent of Fortune 500 firms provided transgender-inclusive health care, up from none in 2002.
false
The disparity between what white men earn and what women and persons of color earn is called the ______.
gender and racial pay gap
Policies and practices that tap into the diverse perspectives, life experiences and approaches of every individual in the workplace are called ______.
inclusion
Asian Americans are somewhat overrepresented in management, especially in ______.
information systems
According to a Catalyst study, in 2017, women held what percentage of CEO positions at S&P 500 companies?
just over five percent
The proportion of a group of people who are either actively employed or seeking work is called the ______.
labor force participation rate
The inequitable concentration of groups in particular job categories is called ______.
occupational segregation
