For this exercise, you will do some math. Objective To develop your skill at understanding and calculating the FourFifths Rule Skills The primary skills developed through this exercise are as follows:. 1. HR management skill—Analytical and quantitative business skills
2. SHRM 2016 Curriculum Guidebook—G: Outcomes: Metrics and Measurement in HR
Complete the following Four-Fifths Problems
Males Females
Applicants 100 100
Selected 50 40
Selection rate 50% (50/100) 40% (40/100)
4/5 = %.
The selection rate of is equal to, less than, or greater than % or 4/5.
Therefore, the Four-Fifths Rule is or is not met. How many total females and how many more females should be hired?

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