Question 1

Which of the following methods for gathering background information about a job applicant is NOT recommended because of potential legal violations?

Accepted Answer

A) searching social networking sites for posted information about the applicant 
B) using a database to access information about the applicant's credit history 
C) locating references other than the ones provided by the applicant 
D) using a search engine to find information about the applicant 
A) searching social networking sites for posted information about the applicant 
B) using a database to access information about the applicant's credit history 
C) locating references other than the ones provided by the applicant 
D) using a search engine to find information about the applicant

Question 2

Work sampling, miniature job training, and video-based tests are examples of ________.

Accepted Answer

A) intelligence tests 
B) personality tests 
C) situational tests 
D) interests inventories 
A) intelligence tests 
B) personality tests 
C) situational tests 
D) interests inventories

Question 3

Which of the following terms refers to training candidates to perform several of the job's tasks and then assessing the candidates' performance prior to hire?

Accepted Answer

A) achievement testing 
B) work sampling technique 
C) management assessment center 
D) miniature job training 
A) achievement testing 
B) work sampling technique 
C) management assessment center 
D) miniature job training

Question 4

Carter Vacuums needs to hire 20 new employees to fill positions at its manufacturing facility. The HR department wants to minimize the costs related to screening applicants but also wants the assessment method to be highly valid to the specific jobs. Which of the following would be the best choice for Carter Vacuums?

Accepted Answer

A) structured interviews 
B) cognitive ability tests 
C) assessment centers 
D) work samples 
A) structured interviews 
B) cognitive ability tests 
C) assessment centers 
D) work samples

Question 5

If a person scores a 78 on a test on one day and scores a 79 when retested on another day, you would most likely conclude that this test is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) valid 
B) invalid 
C) reliable 
D) unreliable 
A) valid 
B) invalid 
C) reliable 
D) unreliable

Question 6

Elliot, a manager at Harwood Publishing, gave a bad reference to a former employee. Elliot could most likely be accused of ________ if the information is both false and harmful.

Accepted Answer

A) discrimination 
B) adverse impact 
C) arbitration 
D) defamation 
A) discrimination 
B) adverse impact 
C) arbitration 
D) defamation

Question 7

Which of the following is the primary advantage of using management assessment centers in the selection process?

Accepted Answer

A) Development costs are very low. 
B) Minimal time is required for test administration. 
C) Industrial psychologists are involved in the testing process. 
D) Experts observe and appraise each candidate's leadership potential. 
A) Development costs are very low. 
B) Minimal time is required for test administration. 
C) Industrial psychologists are involved in the testing process. 
D) Experts observe and appraise each candidate's leadership potential.

Question 8

The Big Five personality dimensions include all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

A) neuroticism 
B) optimism 
C) extroversion 
D) conscientiousness 
A) neuroticism 
B) optimism 
C) extroversion 
D) conscientiousness

Question 9

Which if the following is a projective personality test?

Accepted Answer

A) MMPI 
B) California Psychological Inventory 
C) Make a Picture Story 
D) Myers Briggs Test 
A) MMPI 
B) California Psychological Inventory 
C) Make a Picture Story 
D) Myers Briggs Test

Question 10

As part of the selection process for a position at UPS, Jack has been asked to lift weights and jump rope. Which of the following is most likely being measured by UPS?

Accepted Answer

A) interpersonal skills 
B) cognitive skills 
C) physical abilities 
D) achievements 
A) interpersonal skills 
B) cognitive skills 
C) physical abilities 
D) achievements

Which of the following methods for gathering background information about a job applicant is NOT recommended because of potential legal violations?

Work sampling, miniature job training, and video-based tests are examples of ________.

Which of the following terms refers to training candidates to perform several of the job's tasks and then assessing the candidates' performance prior to hire?

If a person scores a 78 on a test on one day and scores a 79 when retested on another day, you would most likely conclude that this test is ________.

Elliot, a manager at Harwood Publishing, gave a bad reference to a former employee. Elliot could most likely be accused of ________ if the information is both false and harmful.

Which of the following is the primary advantage of using management assessment centers in the selection process?

The Big Five personality dimensions include all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Which if the following is a projective personality test?

As part of the selection process for a position at UPS, Jack has been asked to lift weights and jump rope. Which of the following is most likely being measured by UPS?

Introduction to Human Resource Management

Equal Opportunity and the Law

Human Resource Management Strategy and Analysis

Job Analysis and the Talent Management Process

Personnel Planning and Recruiting

Interviewing Candidates

Training and Developing Employees

Performance Management and Appraisal

Employee Retention, Engagement, and Careers

Establishing Strategic Pay Plans

Pay for Performance and Financial Incentives

Benefits and Services

Building Positive Employee Relations

Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining

Safety, Health, and Risk Management

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Exam 6: Employee Testing and Selection

Which of the following methods for gathering background information about a job applicant is NOT recommended because of potential legal violations?

Work sampling, miniature job training, and video-based tests are examples of ________.

Which of the following terms refers to training candidates to perform several of the job's tasks and then assessing the candidates' performance prior to hire?

If a person scores a 78 on a test on one day and scores a 79 when retested on another day, you would most likely conclude that this test is ________.

Elliot, a manager at Harwood Publishing, gave a bad reference to a former employee. Elliot could most likely be accused of ________ if the information is both false and harmful.

Which of the following is the primary advantage of using management assessment centers in the selection process?

The Big Five personality dimensions include all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Which if the following is a projective personality test?

As part of the selection process for a position at UPS, Jack has been asked to lift weights and jump rope. Which of the following is most likely being measured by UPS?

Introduction to Human Resource Management

Equal Opportunity and the Law

Human Resource Management Strategy and Analysis

Job Analysis and the Talent Management Process

Personnel Planning and Recruiting

Interviewing Candidates

Training and Developing Employees

Performance Management and Appraisal

Employee Retention, Engagement, and Careers

Establishing Strategic Pay Plans

Pay for Performance and Financial Incentives

Benefits and Services

Building Positive Employee Relations

Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining

Safety, Health, and Risk Management

Managing Global Human Resources

Managing Human Resources in Small and Entrepreneurial Firms

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