CRSP Diversity & Inclusion in Recruitment 2

Question 1

Which sourcing strategy is MOST effective for reaching underrepresented candidates in technical roles?

Accepted Answer

Partnering with HBCUs and Hispanic-Serving Institutions

Answer

Partnering with HBCUs and Hispanic-Serving Institutions directly expands the pipeline of underrepresented technical talent.

Question 2

What does 'adverse impact' mean in the context of D&I recruitment?

Accepted Answer

A selection rate for a protected group that is less than 80% of the highest group's rate

Answer

Adverse impact is defined by the 4/5ths (80%) rule: a selection rate below 80% of the top group's rate indicates potential discrimination.

Question 3

A recruiter notices a job description requires '10+ years of experience' for an entry-level role. This requirement is MOST likely to cause:

Accepted Answer

Age discrimination against younger applicants

Answer

Inflated experience requirements can disproportionately screen out younger candidates, potentially constituting age discrimination.

Question 4

Which interview technique BEST reduces the influence of affinity bias?

Accepted Answer

Standardized structured interviews with the same questions for all candidates

Answer

Structured interviews with identical questions for every candidate minimize the variability that allows affinity bias to influence decisions.

Question 5

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employers must provide reasonable accommodations:

Accepted Answer

Unless it creates an undue hardship on the organization

Answer

The ADA requires reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the employer.

(CRSP) Certified Recruitment and Selection Professional Practice Test

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CRSP Diversity & Inclusion in Recruitment 2