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Managing Hc Flashcards

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What is the goal of affirmative action?

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To seek to remedy past practices that innately caused an adverse effect on

Affirmative action aims to address past discrimination and ensure representation of underrepresented groups in the workplace.

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Why is the case of a female employer potentially a demonstration of adverse impact?

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Adverse impact is unintentional and relates to policies applied to all

Adverse impact refers to policies that are neutral on their face but result in a discriminatory effect on a protected class.

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Which protected classes must a company set hiring goals for under Executive Order 11246?

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Race, color, religion, sex, or national origin

Executive Order 11246 mandates affirmative action for federal contractors to ensure equal employment opportunities.

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Which legislation promotes practices that reduce discrimination against a wide variety of protected classes?

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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

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What is the minimum number of employees an organization must have to be required to follow the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993?

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50 employees

The FMLA applies to employers with 50 or more employees within a 75-mile radius.

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Which law guarantees that a woman can take unpaid time off following the birth of her child without fear of losing her job?

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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

The FMLA allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons.

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What is the goal of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994?

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To protect the employment rights of individuals who serve in the military

The Act ensures that service members can return to their civilian jobs after military service without discrimination.

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What is the goal of affirmative action?

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To promote equal employment opportunities for underrepresented groups

Affirmative action aims to address historical inequalities in the workplace.

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Why is the case of a female employer accused of negatively impacting women a potential demonstration of adverse impact?

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It shows that even neutral practices can lead to discriminatory outcomes for a protected group

Adverse impact occurs when a seemingly fair policy disproportionately affects a particular group.

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Which protected classes must a company set hiring goals for under Executive Order 11246?

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Race, color, religion, sex, and national origin

Executive Order 11246 requires affirmative action for these groups in federal contracting.

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Which legislation promotes practices that reduce discrimination against a wide variety of protected classes?

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Civil Rights Act of 1964

This act lays the foundation for preventing discrimination in various areas, including employment.

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What is the minimum number of employees an organization must have to be required to follow the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993?

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50 employees

Organizations with fewer than 50 employees are not mandated to comply with FMLA provisions.

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Which law guarantees that a woman can take unpaid time off following the birth of her child without fear of losing her job?

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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993

FMLA provides job protection for eligible employees during family and medical leave.

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What is the goal of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994?

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To protect the employment rights of individuals who serve or have served in the uniformed services

This act ensures that service members can return to their civilian jobs after military service.

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Which situation is an example of a managerial ethical dilemma?

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A human resource manual specifies that employees cannot be terminated or punished for refusing to follow an illegal request made by a supervisor.

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What standard is being applied to resolve the ethical dilemma regarding employee termination for refusing illegal requests?

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Rights standards

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How does human resource management support organizational leadership?

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By providing employees with opportunities for professional development

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Which decision can human resource management assist with during the combination stage of mergers and acquisitions?

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Integration of company cultures and alignment of HR policies.

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How can human resource managers serve as internal consultants?

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By providing expertise in talent management, organizational development, and employee relations.

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What percentage of assessment is focused on Legal and Regulatory Requirements?

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13%

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What does a human resource manual specify regarding employee termination?

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Employees cannot be terminated or punished for refusing to follow an illegal request made by a supervisor.

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Which standard is being applied to resolve the ethical dilemma regarding employee termination?

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Legal and Regulatory Requirements

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How does human resource management support organizational leadership?

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By aligning HR strategies with business objectives and facilitating decision-making.

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What role can human resource management play during the combination stage of mergers and acquisitions?

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Assist with decisions regarding organizational integration and cultural alignment.

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How can human resource managers serve as internal consultants?

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By providing expertise and guidance on HR practices and organizational development.

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What percentage of assessment is focused on Strategic Human Resource Management?

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14%

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How does an organization’s human resource strategy support its business strategy?

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By ensuring that HR practices are aligned with the overall goals and objectives of the organization.

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What is a primary function of human resource management?

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To manage the workforce effectively and align it with organizational goals.

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Which primary goal is being realized when an organization has a sufficient, productive workforce to execute a company’s mission?

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Achieving organizational effectiveness.

30
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What is a primary goal of human resource management?

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To ensure a productive and engaged workforce.

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How does effective human resource management improve organizational performance?

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By enhancing employee productivity and job satisfaction.

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Which belief is an example of bias creating barriers to equal treatment in an organization?

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Stereotyping based on personal characteristics.

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Which factor in successful organizational change can be provided through effective human resource management?

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Support and training for employees.

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How does an organization’s human resource strategy support the organization’s business strategy?

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By aligning workforce capabilities with business objectives.

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What is a primary function of human resource management?

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To manage the workforce effectively and ensure alignment with organizational goals

This includes recruitment, training, performance management, and employee relations.

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Which primary goal is being realized when an organization has a sufficient, productive workforce to execute a company’s mission?

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Achieving organizational effectiveness

A productive workforce is crucial for fulfilling the strategic objectives of the organization.

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What is a primary goal of human resource management?

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To optimize employee performance and organizational productivity

This involves developing policies and practices that support employees and the organization.

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How does effective human resource management improve organizational performance?

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By enhancing employee engagement, reducing turnover, and aligning workforce capabilities with strategic objectives

Effective HRM practices lead to a more motivated and skilled workforce.

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Which belief is an example of bias creating barriers to equal treatment in an organization?

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Assuming that certain groups are less capable based on stereotypes

Bias can lead to discrimination in hiring, promotions, and other employment practices.

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Which factor in successful organizational change can be provided through effective human resource management?

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Support and training for employees

HRM plays a critical role in facilitating change by equipping employees with necessary skills and knowledge.

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Which situation is an example of a managerial ethical dilemma?

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Choosing between profit maximization and employee welfare

Ethical dilemmas often arise when managers face conflicting priorities.

42
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What percentage of assessment is allocated to Strategic Human Resource Management?

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14%

43
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What standard is applied when employees cannot be terminated for refusing an illegal request from a supervisor?

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Ethical standard

44
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How does human resource management support organizational leadership?

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By aligning HR strategies with business goals

45
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Which decision can human resource management assist with during the combination stage of mergers and acquisitions?

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Integration of workforce

46
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How can human resource managers serve as internal consultants?

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By providing expertise and guidance on HR practices

47
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Which situation exemplifies a managerial ethical dilemma?

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Refusing to follow an illegal request

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