Week 3

Which of the following is a non-observable trait?

• Ethnicity

• Personality

• Gender
  

• Age

What does surface-level diversity include?

• Shared interests

• Organizational roles

• Non-observable traits

• Physical characteristics

Diversity in an organization means?

• People having identical beliefs

• Eliminating personal differences

• Individuals differing from one another

• People having identical beliefs
  

What is one key benefit of diverse teams in organizations?

• Brings varied perspectives to problem-solving

• Simplifies decision-making processes

• Reduces the need for external hiring

• Ensures uniformity in ideas

How does diversity improve decision-making?

• ) By ensuring groupthink is consistent

• By promoting inclusive viewpoints

• By reducing the time taken for decisions

• By encouraging hierarchy-based solutions

What is a primary outcome of improved employee engagement through diversity?

• Employees feel undervalued

• Employees are hesitant to contribute

• Employees feel appreciated and valued

• Employees become disengaged

Why does diversity provide access to a broader talent pool?

• It focuses only on hiring within the organization.

• It attracts individuals from various backgrounds.

• It limits hiring to specific groups.

• It prioritizes internal promotions over external hires.

What makes diverse teams more globally competitive?

• They have fewer perspectives on global markets.

• They limit their operations to local markets.

• They avoid cross-cultural engagement

• They connect better with diverse global markets

What is a primary cause of communication barriers in diverse workplaces?

• Similar communication styles

• Differences in language and cultural norms

• Lack of technical skills

• Uniform work expectations

How do stereotypes and biases affect workplace dynamics?

• They promote inclusive teamwork.

• They enhance decision-making.

• They create preconceived notions about groups.

• They eliminate workplace conflicts.