Is a Flexible Work Environment Right for You?
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According to the 2016 census, what percentage of Canadians self-identified as immigrants?

  • 20% (correct)
  • 10%
  • 25%
  • 15%

    • According to Statistics Canada, what percentage of Canadians speak a language other than English or French at home?

  • 20% (correct)
  • 15%
  • 25%
  • 10%

    • What is the difference between diversity and inclusion?

  • Diversity and inclusion are the same thing.
  • Diversity is the inclusion of different types of people in a group, while inclusion is the act of accommodating people who have historically been excluded. (correct)
  • Diversity is the act of accommodating people who have historically been excluded, while inclusion is the inclusion of different types of people in a group.
  • Diversity and inclusion are unrelated concepts.

    • Which of the following best defines diversity?

    <p>The inclusion of different types of people in a group or organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes an independent contractor from an employee?

    <p>Chance for profit and risk of loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the traditional approach to building an architectural practice?

    <p>The partner is the 'master' and others are 'servants'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common technique used to determine project costs and limit payroll responsibilities?

    <p>Engaging independent contractors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of hiring temporary employees?

    <p>To fill gaps in existing staff's skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between independent contractors and contract workers?

    <p>Independent contractors are incorporated or operate as sole proprietors, while contract workers are not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential disadvantage of offshoring work or hiring remote contractors?

    <p>Complicated management of communications and time zones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following stages is NOT part of the screening process?

    <p>Conducting a Structured Interview</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a probation period for a new hire?

    <p>To evaluate the employee's performance and suitability for the job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors contribute to building a great work environment?

    <p>Basic needs and performance needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of group benefits are commonly included in a benefits program?

    <p>Health, dental, vision, and life insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is NOT a characteristic of the culture and environment that needs to be created in order to ensure an engaged and committed team?

    <p>Strict adherence to hierarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a cost related to employees that principals must consider when meeting human resources needs?

    <p>Marketing expenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is a characteristic of contracted or temporary employees?

    <p>They are compensated on an hourly basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is NOT a reason for hiring temporary employees in an architectural practice?

    <p>To provide long-term stability to the practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about overtime pay?

    <p>Overtime-eligible employees can choose to either bank overtime or be paid out on a per-pay basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of bonuses in a firm?

    <p>To reward employees for their overall contributions to the firm's financial success</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do vacation entitlements typically work in a firm?

    <p>Vacation entitlements vary by province and territory and depend on an employee's length of service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a firm to provide protected leaves of absence or illness?

    <p>It is not required by provincial regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor that can require an employee's attention outside of their office life?

    <p>Professional development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way that firms can provide flexibility in working hours for their employees?

    <p>Allowing employees to work from home on occasion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an architect determine if an employee is permitted to work off-site for an ongoing period of time?

    <p>The off-site work's supervision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if alienated employees leave a practice?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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