Changes in the workplace

The COVID-19 pandemic led to many people working from home. What was one of the main reasons workplaces shifted to remote work?

• To save on office costs

• To protect employees' health by reducing physical contact

• To reduce the amount of work people needed to do

• To increase social interactions among workers

The introduction of new technology like automated checkout machines in supermarkets has led to changes in certain jobs. What is one influence of this change?

• Increased demand for human cashiers

• Fewer jobs available in customer service roles

• More training needed for handling money

• Higher prices for products

The rise of the internet has made it easier for people to communicate across the globe. Which of the following is a result of this influence on workplaces?

• Companies only hire local workers

• Increased ability for remote and international collaboration

• Limited growth in technology industries

• Decrease in jobs related to communication

The 2008 Global Financial Crisis led to widespread economic challenges. Which of the following was a result of this crisis in the workplace?

• Increase in all salaries to combat inflation

• More job stability in all sectors

• Job losses and increased focus on job efficiency

• A sudden decline in remote work opportunities

Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are influencing workplaces. Which change is likely due to this technology?

• Higher demand for unskilled labor

• Reduction in the need for specialized skills

• Increase in automation and reduction in manual jobs

• Less reliance on technology for problem-solving

Many companies have adopted flexible working hours recently. Which of these reasons most likely influenced this change?

• To make work environments less productive

• To respond to employee demand for better work-life balance

• To increase the number of workdays in a week

• To prevent people from working too efficiently

The rise of social media as a business tool has changed marketing and customer engagement. How has this changed workplaces?

• Less need for marketing teams

• More engagement with customers online rather than in-store

• Increase in physical advertisements

• Decrease in the importance of customer feedback

Globalization has allowed companies to expand internationally. What is a common influence of globalization on workplaces?

• Decrease in international job opportunities

• Increased competition and demand for multilingual employees

• Limited options for online work

• Increased prices for hiring international employees

Increased awareness of mental health has influenced workplaces to create better support systems for employees. What change might happen as a result?

• Elimination of workplace health resources

• Elimination of workplace health resources

• More mental health support programs and resources

• Fewer job opportunities in health-related fields

Increased awareness of mental health has influenced workplaces to create better support systems for employees. What change might happen as a result?

• Elimination of workplace health resources

• Higher stress levels among workers

• More mental health support programs and resources

• Fewer job opportunities in health-related fields