Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Recent

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the recent diversity trends in the United States?

• A) The participation of women in the workforce has risen to above 50 percent.
• B) A survey found that few women held management-related occupations.
• C) The proportion of African Americans in the workforce is decreasing gradually.
• D) Older workers opt for early retirement, which results in more opportunities for youngsters.

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Definitions:

Top Management

The highest level of managers within an organization, responsible for setting policies, strategic planning, and making significant corporate decisions.

Return on Investment (ROI)

A measure used to evaluate the efficiency of an investment or to compare the efficiency of several different investments, calculated as net profit divided by the cost of the investment.

Variable Costs

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or sales volume, such as raw materials and direct labor.

Average Operating Assets

The average value of the assets used in the normal course of business to generate operating income, often calculated over a period to assess performance.