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Question 41
What is ‘associational discrimination’?
a) Discrimination based on one’s association or relationship with a member of a protected class
b) Discrimination that occurs within social clubs or associations
c) A practice of only hiring family members of employees
d) A process of selecting employees based on their professional affiliations
Correct Answer: a) Discrimination based on one's association or relationship with a member of a protected class
Explanation: Associational discrimination occurs when someone is treated unfairly because of their relationship or association with a person from a protected group, such as a family member or friend.
Question 42
What does the term ‘gendered job steering’ refer to?
a) The practice of promoting gender equality in all job roles
b) The tendency to guide individuals into specific job roles based on gender stereotypes
c) A strategy for ensuring that women are promoted to leadership positions
d) A legal policy to prevent gender-based discrimination
Correct Answer: b) The tendency to guide individuals into specific job roles based on gender stereotypes
Explanation: Gendered job steering occurs when individuals are directed toward certain jobs or industries based on societal expectations of gender roles, often limiting opportunities for both men and women.
Question 43
What is ‘internalized ableism’?
a) The belief that individuals with disabilities are inherently inferior
b) When people with disabilities accept and believe negative stereotypes about their own abilities
c) A policy that promotes equal opportunities for disabled individuals
d) A form of discrimination against individuals with physical disabilities
Correct Answer: b) When people with disabilities accept and believe negative stereotypes about their own abilities
Explanation: Internalized ableism occurs when people with disabilities internalize societal messages that suggest they are less capable or valuable due to their disabilities.
Question 44
What does ‘human capital’ refer to in the workplace?
a) The total number of employees in an organization
b) The financial value of the workforce to a company
c) The knowledge, skills, and experience possessed by individuals that contribute to organizational success
d) A program that promotes employee benefits and compensation
Correct Answer: c) The knowledge, skills, and experience possessed by individuals that contribute to organizational success
Explanation: Human capital refers to the collective skills, knowledge, and experience that employees bring to a company, which directly contributes to its productivity and growth.
Question 45
What is the purpose of ‘reasonable accommodation’ under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
a) To ensure that all employees receive equal pay
b) To provide necessary modifications that enable employees with disabilities to perform their job duties
c) To allow for more flexible work schedules
d) To mandate that all jobs be accessible to individuals with disabilities
Correct Answer: b) To provide necessary modifications that enable employees with disabilities to perform their job duties
Explanation: Reasonable accommodation under the ADA requires employers to make adjustments or modifications to a job or work environment that allow employees with disabilities to perform essential functions, as long as it does not impose undue hardship on the employer.
Question 46
What is ‘socioeconomic status’ (SES)?
a) A measure of an individual’s income and wealth only
b) An individual’s position in a hierarchical social structure, based on education, income, and occupation
c) A program aimed at promoting diversity in hiring
d) A legal term used in affirmative action policies
Correct Answer: b) An individual’s position in a hierarchical social structure, based on education, income, and occupation
Explanation: Socioeconomic status refers to the social standing or class of an individual, typically measured through factors such as education, income, and occupation, which often impact one's access to resources and opportunities.
Question 47
What is ‘disparate impact’?
a) Intentional discrimination against a specific group of employees
b) When a seemingly neutral employment policy disproportionately affects a protected group
c) A legal term for promoting diversity in hiring
d) A strategy for ensuring equal employment opportunities
Correct Answer: b) When a seemingly neutral employment policy disproportionately affects a protected group
Explanation: Disparate impact occurs when policies or practices that appear neutral result in a disproportionate negative impact on members of a protected class, even if there was no intent to discriminate.
Question 48
What does ‘gender identity’ mean?
a) The role assigned to individuals based on their biological sex
b) The personal sense of one’s gender, which may or may not correspond with the sex assigned at birth
c) The biological differences between men and women
d) The legal recognition of one’s gender in the workplace
Correct Answer: b) The personal sense of one's gender, which may or may not correspond with the sex assigned at birth
Explanation: Gender identity refers to an individual’s internal understanding and experience of their own gender, which may be different from the sex they were assigned at birth.
Question 49
What is ‘performance reward discrimination’?
a) When employees are given equal rewards for similar performance
b) When employees from different groups receive different rewards despite having similar performance
c) A strategy for promoting fairness in employee compensation
d) A method for evaluating employee performance
Correct Answer: b) When employees from different groups receive different rewards despite having similar performance
Explanation: Performance reward discrimination occurs when employees from certain groups receive lower rewards or recognition than others, despite having comparable performance evaluations.
Question 50
What is ‘cultural awareness training’?
a) A program aimed at promoting language skills in the workplace
b) Training that helps employees understand and appreciate the different cultural backgrounds and experiences of their colleagues
c) A method for improving communication between employees and management
d) A legal requirement for companies with international offices
Correct Answer: b) Training that helps employees understand and appreciate the different cultural backgrounds and experiences of their colleagues
Explanation: Cultural awareness training is designed to increase understanding of different cultural perspectives, helping to foster a more inclusive and respectful workplace.
