C202 Managing Human Capital Practice Questions - Set 1 - Part 2

Correct Answer: Respecting and protecting the moral rights of individuals

The rights standard in ethics emphasizes actions that respect and safeguard the moral rights of everyone affected by decisions or policies.

Correct Answer: Intentional discrimination based on a protected characteristic

Disparate treatment occurs when an employer intentionally discriminates against an individual based on a protected characteristic such as race, gender, or age.

Correct Answer: It ensures consistent treatment regardless of protected characteristics

EEO laws ensure that employment practices are designed to treat employees consistently, without discrimination based on characteristics like race, sex, or religion.

Correct Answer: To value human dignity and contribute to the common good

CSR refers to the responsibility of businesses to contribute to society, value human dignity, and consider the broader impact of their actions on the community and environment.

Correct Answer: An employment practice that disproportionately affects a protected group

Adverse impact occurs when an employment practice, though seemingly neutral, disproportionately affects members of a protected group, leading to unintentional discrimination.

Correct Answer: A set of beliefs about how employees should be treated

A talent philosophy refers to an organization’s beliefs about how its employees should be valued, developed, and managed, shaping its approach to talent management.

Correct Answer: A hiring process that misleads candidates about the job

Fraudulent recruitment occurs when an employer misrepresents the nature of a job or the organization during the hiring process, leading to deception and potential legal issues.

Correct Answer: To allow an employee with a disability to perform the job

Reasonable accommodation refers to adjustments or modifications made by an employer to enable employees with disabilities to perform their job duties without undue hardship to the employer.

Correct Answer: Comparing applicants' scores within their own racial subgroup

Race norming involves setting separate passing or cutoff scores for each racial group, which is illegal under the Civil Rights Act, as it results in unequal treatment.

Correct Answer: To plan for long-term organizational goals

Strategic planning in HRM focuses on aligning the organization's human resources to effectively accomplish long-term goals and objectives.

Correct Answer: To centralize routine HR activities

A shared service center centralizes HR functions like payroll and benefits, streamlining operations and reducing costs by handling routine tasks.

Correct Answer: A violation of employment laws

Unlawful employment practices refer to violations of federal, state, or local employment laws, such as discrimination or unfair labor practices, leading to legal consequences.

Correct Answer: To address underrepresentation in the workforce

An affirmative action plan outlines proactive steps to eliminate discrimination and increase the representation of minorities and other protected classes in the workforce.

Correct Answer: When only job-related characteristics are used in decisions

Fair discrimination occurs when employment decisions are based solely on objective, merit-based, and job-related factors, ensuring fairness and legality.

Correct Answer: A civil wrong committed by an employer

A workplace tort is a civil wrong in which an employer violates a duty owed to its customers or employees, leading to legal liability for damages.

Correct Answer: It holds the company responsible for the actions of employees

Negligent hiring occurs when a company fails to exercise reasonable care in hiring, leading to legal liability if the employee causes harm to others due to inadequate background checks or supervision.

Correct Answer: Unintentional discrimination against a protected group

Adverse impact occurs when a seemingly neutral employment practice disproportionately affects members of a protected group, even if the discrimination is unintentional.

Correct Answer: Giving preference to a member of a protected group

Preferential treatment involves giving employment preference to individuals from underrepresented or protected groups, often as part of affirmative action efforts.

Correct Answer: Treating individuals based on assumptions about their group

Stereotyping leads to making assumptions about individuals based on their group affiliation, resulting in unfair treatment and potential legal violations in employment decisions.

Correct Answer: A business or individual providing services without direct supervision

An independent contractor is hired to perform services for a company but operates independently, only being directed on the result of the work, not the process.