Values and Diversity

Question 1

Which generation is generally considered to have the most workplace experience?

Accepted Answer

Boomers

Question 2

What is a stereotype?

Accepted Answer

A generalized belief about a group

Question 3

What does “managing diversity” involve?

Accepted Answer

Proactively coordinating diversity

Question 4

Which of these is a barrier to accepting diversity?

Accepted Answer

Discrimination

Question 5

Instrumental values are best described as:

Accepted Answer

Standards of behavior to reach desired ends

Question 6

What do women tend to emphasize more in communication?

Accepted Answer

Connecting and building relationships

Question 7

Which factor is NOT typically a strong influence on individual values?

Accepted Answer

Work hours

Question 8

Which of the following reduces prejudice?

Accepted Answer

Admitting and addressing one’s own biases

Question 9

Which is an **example of deep-level diversity**?

Accepted Answer

Unseen disability

Question 10

What is the purpose of equal employment opportunity policies?

Accepted Answer

Penalize employers

Question 11

Which type of values refer to material things one wants to possess?

Accepted Answer

Tangible values

Question 12

What are characteristics of organizations that manage diversity well?

Accepted Answer

Encourage learning and inclusivity

Question 13

Which of the following is TRUE about Millennials in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

They are seen as highly tech-savvy

Question 14

What are terminal values?

Accepted Answer

Standards of behavior

Question 15

What is a key benefit when employee values align with organizational values?

Accepted Answer

Improved communication and trust

Question 16

According to surveys, what is a **commonly perceived weakness** of Millennials?

Accepted Answer

Experience with older tools

Question 17

What is **ethnocentrism**?

Accepted Answer

Thinking one’s group is superior to others

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of diversity in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Reduced employee morale

Question 19

What is the difference between valuing and managing diversity?

Accepted Answer

Managing is active, valuing is passive

Question 20

Which of the following is a **surface-level** diversity trait?

Accepted Answer

Functional knowledge

Question 21

How do men typically use communication in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

To assert status and request action

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