1. Which statement best describes how organizations have evolved in their definition of diversity?

A) From a cultural relativism perspective to one of universalist values
B) From considering only racial and cultural differences to also including gender-based differences
C) From focusing on legal compliance to focusing on ethical and moral values
D) From a defensive, compliance-based view to that of a strategic asset



2. Which factors contribute to the cost of diversity and inclusion initiatives?

A) Employee turnover
B) Expanded training
C) Branding efforts
D) Decreased creativity



3. Which approach is most effective for promoting diversity and inclusion globally?

A) Use a wide range of measures of success beyond demographics.
B) Create a uniform standard for all countries.
C) Adher  to local laws and religious traditions.
D) Emphasize  the impact of diversity and inclusion for expatriates.



4. Which statement accurately describes the status of diversity and inclusion in a global context?

A) Diversity and inclusion initiatives consider only gender and race.
B) Diversity and inclusion is a concern only in the United States.
C) The International Labour Organization requires diversity and inclusion initiatives.
D) Many countries have laws prohibiting employment discrimination.



5. Which is the primary aim of an organization's diversity and inclusion efforts?

A) To develop diverse perspectives
B) To respond to pressure from labor unions
C) To comply with labor laws
D) To brand the organization



6. Diversity may improve a team's innovation and creativity. Which obstacles may a diverse team have to initially overcome?

A) Innovating while ignoring the costs of new approaches
B) Rejecting out of hand any proposals from the home office
C) Focusing on ideas from only one demographic, excluding other options
D) Demonstrating fragmented, nonproductive, and indecisive behavior



7. Which best describes how an organization's focus on diversity is a benefit to its recruitment efforts?

A) It enhances the employment brand to attract talent.
B) It increases the number of potential candidates.
C) It reduces the costs of recruitment activities.
D) It enables the organization to ignore local needs.



8. Implementing a Diversity and Inclusion Strategy Which types of data should be measured at the preliminary assessment stage of the diversity and inclusion strategic process?

A) Demographic and attitude data
B) Leadership goals and attitudes
C) Organizational demographics
D) Attitudes about diversity



9. Which best describes a diversity council?

A) Labor-management committee dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the organization
B) Quasi-judicial review committee to review diversity and inclusion efforts
C) Management task force to promote diversity and inclusion in the organization
D) Voluntary private/public partnership to promote diversity and inclusion



10. An organization has implemented a recruitment and hiring program to increase the diversity of its workforce, but the retention rate for new hires is low. What step would offer the most help in correcting this problem?

A) Implementation of employee resource groups
B) Message from the CEO to all employees about the reason for pursuing diversity
C) Reexamination of the organization's recruitment strategy and channels
D) Review and revision of the employee value proposition