The Permanent Employment Laws in Many Countries Have Resulted in Differences

question 29

Multiple Choice

The permanent employment laws in many countries have resulted in differences between the Untied States and countries like France and Germany. Which of the following is an example of these differences?

• A) The possibility of firing someone quickly without cause is a simple matter in Germany
• B) It is a simple matter to fire an employee in France after a relatively short probationary period
• C) German workers get an average of four time more severance pay than U.S. workers
• D) In France, 45 hours is the legal weekly work limit for all employees

---

Definitions:

Self-Talk

The internal dialogue that goes on within a person’s mind, which can influence feelings and behavior.

Visualization

Technique of imagining that you are performing a particular task in a certain way; positive visualization can enhance self-esteem.

Avoiding Comparisons

A strategy to maintain self-esteem and happiness by not measuring one's accomplishments or life situation against others.

Johari Window

A model used to enhance the understanding of oneself and relationships, illustrating what is known by the person, others, both, or neither.