A Recent Survey of 200 Small Firms (Annual Revenue Less

question 44

Multiple Choice

A recent survey of 200 small firms (annual revenue less than $10 million) asked whether an increase in the minimum wage would cause the firm to decrease capital spending.Possible responses to the survey question were: "Yes," "No," or "Don't Know." This data is best classified as ___________.

• A)Ratio scale
• B)Ordinal scale
• C)Interval scale
• D)Nominal scale

Understand the impact of workplace harassment and discrimination on national origin and how it is addressed legally.

Identify the factors that contribute to lawful versus unlawful discrimination based on national origin traits.

Understand the role of EEOC guidelines in shaping employer policies regarding language and national origin discrimination.

Understand the scope and application of Title VII protections related to religious practices in the workplace.

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Definitions:

Perceptual Defense

The psychological mechanism that enables individuals to see, hear, or become conscious of information in a way that protects their ego or self-concept.

Self-Concept

An individual's understanding and perception of themselves, encompassing their beliefs, attitudes, and perceptions of their abilities and attributes.

Bad News

Information that is unwelcome, disappointing, or distressing, the delivery of which requires sensitivity and often necessitates careful communication strategies.

Rational Decision Making

A structured or systematic approach to decision making that follows a logical, step-by-step process of identifying and evaluating alternatives and selecting the most favorable outcome from among them.