When Determining Whether a Particular Behavior Is Offensive, a Judgment

question 40

Multiple Choice

When determining whether a particular behavior is offensive, a judgment needs to be made as to whether others in the same situation would have considered the environment as hostile. This standard is referred to as the:

• A) consensual relationship agreement.
• B) disparate treatment standard.
• C) interpersonal justice standard.
• D) reasonable person standard.

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Definitions:

Equivocality

The existence of multiple and possibly conflicting interpretations or meanings within a communication process or situational context.

Multiple Cues

Several signals or indicators that collectively provide information or guidance.

Workplace Stress

The physical and emotional responses that occur when the requirements of a job do not match the capabilities, resources, or needs of an employee.

Connected

The state of being linked or having relationships with others, often referring to digital or communication connectivity.