Alejandro Is a Human Resources Manager at a Mid-Sized Corporation

question 24

Multiple Choice

Alejandro is a human resources manager at a mid-sized corporation. Many of his company's key employees are members of the baby boom generation. Which of the following challenges is Alejandro most likely to face in the coming years due to this situation?

• A) Workers in this generation tend to be more litigious than workers in other generations, so Alejandro should be prepared for one or more lawsuits.
• B) These workers are unlikely to have much loyalty to the company.
• C) Baby boomers tend to have an unprecedented sense of entitlement, so they will expect pay raises and other perks even if they haven't really earned them.
• D) The company is likely to face the loss of key personnel as more of these individuals retire.

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