USA Diversity and Inclusion in Hiring 4

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of 'inclusive job advertising'?

Accepted Answer

Using gender-neutral language and listing only truly essential qualifications

Answer

Inclusive job ads use gender-neutral language, avoid unnecessary requirements, and are distributed broadly to attract diverse candidate pools.

Question 2

What does the 4/5ths (80%) rule help employers determine?

Accepted Answer

Whether a selection procedure has adverse impact on a protected group

Answer

The 4/5ths rule states that adverse impact is indicated if the selection rate for a protected group is less than 80% of the rate for the highest-selected group.

Question 3

A recruiter consistently rates male candidates higher than equally qualified female candidates on 'leadership potential.' This is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

Gender bias / gender stereotype

Answer

Systematically associating leadership potential with male candidates reflects gender bias rooted in stereotypes about leadership being a masculine trait.

Question 4

Under the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), employers are prohibited from:

Accepted Answer

Asking about family medical history during job interviews

Answer

GINA prohibits employers from using genetic information — including family medical history — in hiring, firing, pay, and other employment decisions.

Question 5

Which strategy BEST helps reduce 'groupthink' and improve decision quality on a hiring panel?

Accepted Answer

Including panelists with diverse backgrounds and perspectives

Answer

Diverse hiring panels bring varied perspectives that challenge assumptions, reducing groupthink and leading to more well-rounded candidate evaluations.

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USA Diversity and Inclusion in Hiring 4