Review Questions

Read the chapter 6 carefully, and find the answer.
1. Vertical integration is a feature of which of the following organizational and work models?

A.Fordism

B. Post-Fordism

C. Hegemony

D. Uniqueness paradox

2. In this chapter, the authors identify advice from various scholars for entering a workforce that is guided by neoliberalism and a gig economy. Which of the following is NOT a “catch” or problem the authors identity for this kind of work environment?

A. Inflexible work

B. Constant identity work creating an ongoing sense of anxiety

C. Less permanent work available

D. Individuals must always “invest” in themselves to accumulate human capital

3. The economic philosophy that guided Fordism was ______ and the economic philosophy that guides post-Fordism is _____.

A. Keynesian; neoliberalism

B. Neoliberalism; keynesian

C. hegemony; ideology

D. inflation; stagflation

4. Which of the following is NOT a reason provided for the deterioration of Fordism?

A. interpersonal crisis

B. global economic crisis

C. global energy crisis

D. political unrest

5. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the post-Fordist workplace?

A. clear work-life separation

B. fissured workplace

C. flexible organizational structure

D. high trust, “dedifferentiated” labor process