The number of single-parent households in the United States has decreased primarily because the number of marriages ending in divorce has dropped sharply in recent years.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Question 2According to Professor Ella Bell, what term refers to the stress of coping with membership in two cultures simultaneously?
A) minority stress
B) cultural stress
C) role reversal
D) bicultural stress
Question 3The invisible barrier in organizations which prevents many women and minorities from achieving top level management positions is called the ________.
A) glass ceiling
B) marble mantle
C) stone staircase
D) granite hurdle
Question 4The concept of ________ as a legitimate workplace diversity issue has gained increasing recognition.
A) multigenerational diversity
B) race and ethnicity
C) sexual orientation
D) disability
Question 5What is the LEAST likely reason that the trend in layoffs involves retaining older workers rather than younger workers?
A) Older workers are less expensive for firms to employ.
B) Federal laws protect older workers from discrimination.
C) Older workers serve as role models for younger workers.
D) The customer service skills of older workers are desired by firms.
Question 6Which of the following is an example of an employer de-skilling a job to make it possible for lower-skilled workers to enter the workforce?
A) Burger King paying above the minimum wage
B) Walmart offering succession training programs
C) McDonald's using pictures on cash register keys
D) Target hiring seasonal employees at its warehouses
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