Workplace Trends Answers

The _____ is the way in which each country’s economy links to other countries’ economies.a.job outlookb.teamwork approachc.global economyd.industrial revolution

Jane started a new job and is able to telecommute instead of working in the office. She knows she is doing a great job, but she is afraid that her boss doesn’t notice her good work because she telecommutes. What can Jane do to make sure she isn’t invisible to her boss?a.Keep her boss informed of her progress and accomplishmentsb.Make herself available for meetings, conferences and industry eventsc.Schedule weekly lunch dates with her bossd.All of the above

Government actions can have positive or negative effects on business.

The following factors affect the labor market EXCEPT:a.Government actionsb.Social changec.Population shiftsd.Teamwork

A pair of shorts, a DVD, a car, and a necklace are all considered goods or items that people buy.

Career selection should be based on salary alone.

Anita is interested in new technology that can make the processes at her business run more smoothly. What resources could she use to assist her in learning about new technologies?a.Classesb.Online forumsc.Workshopsd.All of the above

Workers are constantly adjusting to changes in technology and society that affect work. In order to keep up with all of these changes, it is important to invest in _____.a.telecommutingb.lifelong learningc.outsourcingd.social change

The global economy _____.a.is a trend that is fading quicklyb.has only positive effects for the United Statesc.has eliminated some jobs in the United Statesd.has little effect on today’s workers in the United States

The Department of Transportation built a new highway interchange outside of Raymond’s town. Many of the businesses are suffering because the amount of traffic in town has been reduced. This is forcing employers to reduce their number of employees. What factor that affects the labor market is represented in this situation?a.World eventb.Government actionc.Social changed.Population shift