Ultimate Flashcards
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An employer requires all job applicants to pass a math test. African American applicants fail at a significantly higher rate. What legal doctrine is most relevant?
Answer: Adverse impact (disparate impact)
When a neutral practice disproportionately excludes a protected group, it triggers adverse impact (disparate impact) analysis under Title VII.
Which compensation strategy pays employees above the market median to attract and retain top talent?
Answer: Lead policy
A lead pay policy sets wages above market rates, making the organization more competitive in attracting high-quality candidates.
A multinational company wants to send a U.S. employee to manage a new office in Germany. Which assignment type offers the most host-country integration?
Answer: Localization
Localization transitions an expatriate to local compensation and benefits, fully integrating them into the host-country context.
What is the primary purpose of a succession plan in an organization?
Answer: To ensure continuity of key roles through leadership pipeline development
Succession planning identifies and develops internal talent to fill critical roles, ensuring organizational continuity.
Under the NLRA, which of the following is considered protected concerted activity?
Answer: Two employees discussing wages and working conditions with each other
The NLRA protects employees who act collectively regarding wages, hours, and working conditions, including two employees discussing pay.
An organization's HR data shows that women are promoted at lower rates than men despite similar performance ratings. This is an example of what phenomenon?
Answer: The glass ceiling
The glass ceiling describes invisible barriers that prevent women and minorities from advancing to senior positions despite qualifications.
Which HR strategy is most aligned with a company pursuing a cost-leadership competitive strategy?
Answer: Standardized roles, efficiency-focused training, and tight headcount control
Cost-leadership strategies require HR to focus on efficiency, standardization, and workforce cost control to support the business model.