A) the degree to which a job entails a variety of different activities,requiring the use of different skills and talents. B) The degree to which the job requires completion of an identifiable piece of work with a visible outcome C) The degree to which the job has impact on the work of others D) The degree to which the job provides independence and discretion to the individual in scheduling the work and determining the procedures to use A) the degree to which a job entails a variety of different activities,requiring the use of different skills and talents. B) The degree to which the job requires completion of an identifiable piece of work with a visible outcome C) The degree to which the job has impact on the work of others D) The degree to which the job provides independence and discretion to the individual in scheduling the work and determining the procedures to use

A) includes descriptions of over 20,000 jobs and collects and publishes data on a continuous basis B) is the on-line publication of each yearly Dictionary of Occupational Titles C) is available only on a subscription basis D) reduces the Dictionary of Occupational Titles to less than 500 job descriptions A) includes descriptions of over 20,000 jobs and collects and publishes data on a continuous basis B) is the on-line publication of each yearly Dictionary of Occupational Titles C) is available only on a subscription basis D) reduces the Dictionary of Occupational Titles to less than 500 job descriptions

Exam 4: Job Analysis and Job Design

Job design objectives that emphasize industrial engineering considerations concentrate on the study of work cycles to determine how to reduce the time needed to complete the cycle.

(True/False)

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Question 21

Based upon the work of Hackman and Oldham,which of the following is NOT one of five core job dimensions related to psychological states?

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Question 22

____ is a naturally occurring phenomenon whereby employees mold their tasks to fit their individual strengths,passions,and motives better.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 23

Adding more meaningful tasks to an employee's job in an effort to make it more rewarding is an example of job enrichment.

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Question 24

Work arrangement programs involving a work schedule that differs from normal workweek schedules of 9 to 5,five days a week,include all of the following except:

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 25

Job specifications describe the duties,tasks,and responsibilities performed on the job and therefore play a key role in performance appraisal.

(True/False)

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Question 26

A statement of the different duties,tasks,and responsibilities of a job is known as a job specification.

(True/False)

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Question 27

Discuss the different forms of employee teams.

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Question 28

Autonomy refers to:

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Question 29

A statement of the knowledge,skills,and abilities required to perform a job is a:

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Question 30

The Americans with Disabilities Act requires that job duties and responsibilities:

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Question 31

According to the job characteristics model,what three psychological states of a jobholder result in motivated,satisfied and productive employees?

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Question 32

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles was replaced by the Dept.of Labor with:

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Question 33

The task inventory analysis method was pioneered by Microsoft.

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Question 34

Task identity refers to:

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Question 35

Ergonomics is concerned with the design of equipment to accommodate human capabilities.

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Question 36

____ refers to a process of structuring organizations not around jobs but around projects that are constantly changing.

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Question 37

The O*NET database:

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Question 38

If the criteria used to hire and evaluate employees are vague and not job-related,employers are less likely to find themselves being accused of discriminating against the members of protected classes.

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Question 39

What occurs when the interaction and outcome of team members is greater than the sum of their individual efforts?

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Job design objectives that emphasize industrial engineering considerations concentrate on the study of work cycles to determine how to reduce the time needed to complete the cycle.

Based upon the work of Hackman and Oldham,which of the following is NOT one of five core job dimensions related to psychological states?

____ is a naturally occurring phenomenon whereby employees mold their tasks to fit their individual strengths,passions,and motives better.

Adding more meaningful tasks to an employee's job in an effort to make it more rewarding is an example of job enrichment.

Work arrangement programs involving a work schedule that differs from normal workweek schedules of 9 to 5,five days a week,include all of the following except:

Job specifications describe the duties,tasks,and responsibilities performed on the job and therefore play a key role in performance appraisal.

A statement of the different duties,tasks,and responsibilities of a job is known as a job specification.

Discuss the different forms of employee teams.

Autonomy refers to:

A statement of the knowledge,skills,and abilities required to perform a job is a:

The Americans with Disabilities Act requires that job duties and responsibilities:

According to the job characteristics model,what three psychological states of a jobholder result in motivated,satisfied and productive employees?

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles was replaced by the Dept.of Labor with:

The task inventory analysis method was pioneered by Microsoft.

Task identity refers to:

Ergonomics is concerned with the design of equipment to accommodate human capabilities.

____ refers to a process of structuring organizations not around jobs but around projects that are constantly changing.

The O*NET database:

If the criteria used to hire and evaluate employees are vague and not job-related,employers are less likely to find themselves being accused of discriminating against the members of protected classes.

What occurs when the interaction and outcome of team members is greater than the sum of their individual efforts?

The Challenge of Human Resources Management

Strategy and Human Resources Planning

Equal Employment Opportunity and Human Resources Management

Expanding the Talent Pool: Recruitment and Careers

Employee Selection

Training and Development

Performance Management and the Employee Appraisal Process

Managing Compensation

Pay-For-Performance: Incentive Rewards

Employee Benefits

Promoting Safety and Health

Employee Rights and Discipline

The Dynamics of Labor Relations

International Human Resources Management

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