Question 1

Ability tests assess the extent to which applicants possess the skills necessary for job performance, such as verbal comprehension or numerical skills.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

The routine selection process for becoming a law enforcement officer includes tests that measure an applicant's ability to perform certain job-specific tasks such as running stairs, dragging a weight, or climbing a wall. This is an example of a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  physical ability test 
B)  personality test 
C)  trait test 
D)  behavioral test 
E)  IQ test 
A)  physical ability test 
B)  personality test 
C)  trait test 
D)  behavioral test 
E)  IQ test A

Question 3

Differentiate between training and development. Provide two examples each of the different types of training and development.

Accepted Answer

not answered
Explanation:Training and development help to ensure that organization members have the knowledge and skills needed to perform jobs effectively, take on new responsibilities, and adapt to changing conditions. Training focuses primarily on teaching organization members how to perform their current jobs and helping them acquire the knowledge and skills they need to be effective performers. Development focuses on building the knowledge and skills of organization members so they are prepared to take on new responsibilities and challenges. Training tends to be used more frequently at lower levels of an organization; development tends to be used more frequently with professionals and managers. Students' examples will vary but must include the techniques covered in the chapter.

Question 4

Which of the following components of the HRM system serves a developmental purpose by providing employees valuable information about their strengths and weaknesses?

Accepted Answer

A)  Recruitment and selection 
B)  Labor relations 
C)  Performance appraisal and feedback 
D)  Pay and benefits 
E)  Training and development 
A)  Recruitment and selection 
B)  Labor relations 
C)  Performance appraisal and feedback 
D)  Pay and benefits 
E)  Training and development

Question 5

A high pay level is best suited for an organization that is pursuing a low-cost strategy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A disadvantage of outsourcing is increased cost and decreased flexibility.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Trait appraisals have the advantage over behavioral appraisals in giving employees clear information about what they are doing right and wrong and how they can improve their performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

_____ are used by managers to assess subordinates on personal characteristics that are relevant to job performance, such as skills, abilities, or personality. Author: This question confirms what I said above in regard to the ambiguous question (or, more accurately, question with multiple correct answer choices), skills, abilities, and personality are all characteristics.

Accepted Answer

A)  Sales appraisals 
B)  Behavior appraisals 
C)  Goal appraisals 
D)  Results appraisals 
E)  Trait appraisals 
A)  Sales appraisals 
B)  Behavior appraisals 
C)  Goal appraisals 
D)  Results appraisals 
E)  Trait appraisals

Question 9

Which of the following is true of internal recruitment?

Accepted Answer

A)  The cost for internal recruitment is higher than that of external recruitment. 
B)  External applicants are more familiar with the organization than internal applicants. 
C)  Internal recruitment consumes relatively less time than external recruitment. 
D)  Managers have a wider pool of candidates to select from if they recruit internally than externally. 
E)  Managers rely more on internal applicants to bring fresh ideas to the organization than external applicants. 
A)  The cost for internal recruitment is higher than that of external recruitment. 
B)  External applicants are more familiar with the organization than internal applicants. 
C)  Internal recruitment consumes relatively less time than external recruitment. 
D)  Managers have a wider pool of candidates to select from if they recruit internally than externally. 
E)  Managers rely more on internal applicants to bring fresh ideas to the organization than external applicants.

Question 10

Joe always ensures that potential job applicants are aware of both the advantages as well as the disadvantages associated with the position they are applying for. Joe's assessment of the position indicates:

Accepted Answer

A)  equal employment opportunity compliance. 
B)  a 360-degree appraisal. 
C)  a focus strategy. 
D)  a realistic job preview. 
E)  a low-cost strategy. 
A)  equal employment opportunity compliance. 
B)  a 360-degree appraisal. 
C)  a focus strategy. 
D)  a realistic job preview. 
E)  a low-cost strategy.

Question 11

In _____ managers and their subordinates meet whenever the need to discuss ongoing progress and areas for improvement arises.

Accepted Answer

A)  informal appraisals 
B)  conventional appraisals 
C)  annual appraisals 
D)  reserved appraisals 
E)  formal appraisals 
A)  informal appraisals 
B)  conventional appraisals 
C)  annual appraisals 
D)  reserved appraisals 
E)  formal appraisals

Question 12

A job applicant is interviewed multiple times by different interviewers. In each case, it was found that the interviewers drew similar conclusions about the applicant. This indicates the interview process has high _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  validity 
B)  reliability 
C)  flexibility 
D)  affability 
E)  complexity 
A)  validity 
B)  reliability 
C)  flexibility 
D)  affability 
E)  complexity

Question 13

Discuss how performance appraisal and feedback contribute to the effective management of human resources within an organization.

Accepted Answer

not answered
Explanation:Performance app

Question 14

Which of the following laws requires that managers ensure that employees are protected from workplace hazards?

Accepted Answer

A)  Occupational Safety and Health Act 
B)  Civil Rights Act 
C)  Family and Medical Leave Act 
D)  National Labor Relations Act 
E)  Taft-Hartley Act 
A)  Occupational Safety and Health Act 
B)  Civil Rights Act 
C)  Family and Medical Leave Act 
D)  National Labor Relations Act 
E)  Taft-Hartley Act

Question 15

Discuss the reasons why managers may choose to outsource and also evaluate the disadvantages of outsourcing for an organization.

Accepted Answer

not answered
Explanation:Two reasons why

Question 16

An organization that officially fixes meetings on a particular day on a yearly basis between a manager and a subordinate in which the subordinate is given feedback on her performance uses the _____ method.

Accepted Answer

A)  informal appraisal 
B)  casual appraisal 
C)  off-the-record appraisal 
D)  formal appraisal 
E)  unofficial appraisal 
A)  informal appraisal 
B)  casual appraisal 
C)  off-the-record appraisal 
D)  formal appraisal 
E)  unofficial appraisal

Question 17

In cafeteria-style benefit plans, all employees are offered the same benefit package that is predetermined by managers at the top.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A broad comparative concept that refers to how an organization's monetary compensation incentives compare, in general, to those of other organizations in the same industry employing similar kinds of workers is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  pay level. 
B)  pay structure. 
C)  economies of scale. 
D)  relative benefits plans. 
E)  relative employee perks. 
A)  pay level. 
B)  pay structure. 
C)  economies of scale. 
D)  relative benefits plans. 
E)  relative employee perks.

Question 19

In order to improve his performance and motivation, Scott's performance is evaluated not only by his direct manager, but also by his customers, subordinates, and coworkers. This is an example of a _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  self appraisal 
B)  peer appraisal 
C)  client appraisal 
D)  supervisor appraisal 
E)  360-degree appraisal 
A)  self appraisal 
B)  peer appraisal 
C)  client appraisal 
D)  supervisor appraisal 
E)  360-degree appraisal

Question 20

A human resource management system is a part of the organizational architecture that managers develop to use resources efficiently and effectively.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Ability tests assess the extent to which applicants possess the skills necessary for job performance, such as verbal comprehension or numerical skills.

The routine selection process for becoming a law enforcement officer includes tests that measure an applicant's ability to perform certain job-specific tasks such as running stairs, dragging a weight, or climbing a wall. This is an example of a(n) _____.

Differentiate between training and development. Provide two examples each of the different types of training and development.

Which of the following components of the HRM system serves a developmental purpose by providing employees valuable information about their strengths and weaknesses?

A high pay level is best suited for an organization that is pursuing a low-cost strategy.

A disadvantage of outsourcing is increased cost and decreased flexibility.

Trait appraisals have the advantage over behavioral appraisals in giving employees clear information about what they are doing right and wrong and how they can improve their performance.

Which of the following is true of internal recruitment?

Joe always ensures that potential job applicants are aware of both the advantages as well as the disadvantages associated with the position they are applying for. Joe's assessment of the position indicates:

In _____ managers and their subordinates meet whenever the need to discuss ongoing progress and areas for improvement arises.

A job applicant is interviewed multiple times by different interviewers. In each case, it was found that the interviewers drew similar conclusions about the applicant. This indicates the interview process has high _____.

Discuss how performance appraisal and feedback contribute to the effective management of human resources within an organization.

Which of the following laws requires that managers ensure that employees are protected from workplace hazards?

Discuss the reasons why managers may choose to outsource and also evaluate the disadvantages of outsourcing for an organization.

An organization that officially fixes meetings on a particular day on a yearly basis between a manager and a subordinate in which the subordinate is given feedback on her performance uses the _____ method.

In cafeteria-style benefit plans, all employees are offered the same benefit package that is predetermined by managers at the top.

A broad comparative concept that refers to how an organization's monetary compensation incentives compare, in general, to those of other organizations in the same industry employing similar kinds of workers is known as:

In order to improve his performance and motivation, Scott's performance is evaluated not only by his direct manager, but also by his customers, subordinates, and coworkers. This is an example of a _____.

A human resource management system is a part of the organizational architecture that managers develop to use resources efficiently and effectively.

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Values, Attitudes, Emotions, and Culture: The Manager As a Person

Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managing Diverse Employees in a Multicultural Environment

Managing in the Global Environment

Decision Making, Learning, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship

The Manager As a Planner and a Strategist

Value Chain Management: Functional Strategies for Competitive Advantage

Managing Organizational Structure and Culture

Organizational Control and Change

Motivation Performance

Leadership

Effective Groups and Teams

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Exam 12: Human Resource Management

Ability tests assess the extent to which applicants possess the skills necessary for job performance, such as verbal comprehension or numerical skills.

The routine selection process for becoming a law enforcement officer includes tests that measure an applicant's ability to perform certain job-specific tasks such as running stairs, dragging a weight, or climbing a wall. This is an example of a(n) _____.

Differentiate between training and development. Provide two examples each of the different types of training and development.

Which of the following components of the HRM system serves a developmental purpose by providing employees valuable information about their strengths and weaknesses?

A high pay level is best suited for an organization that is pursuing a low-cost strategy.

A disadvantage of outsourcing is increased cost and decreased flexibility.

Trait appraisals have the advantage over behavioral appraisals in giving employees clear information about what they are doing right and wrong and how they can improve their performance.

Which of the following is true of internal recruitment?

Joe always ensures that potential job applicants are aware of both the advantages as well as the disadvantages associated with the position they are applying for. Joe's assessment of the position indicates:

In _____ managers and their subordinates meet whenever the need to discuss ongoing progress and areas for improvement arises.

A job applicant is interviewed multiple times by different interviewers. In each case, it was found that the interviewers drew similar conclusions about the applicant. This indicates the interview process has high _____.

Discuss how performance appraisal and feedback contribute to the effective management of human resources within an organization.

Which of the following laws requires that managers ensure that employees are protected from workplace hazards?

Discuss the reasons why managers may choose to outsource and also evaluate the disadvantages of outsourcing for an organization.

An organization that officially fixes meetings on a particular day on a yearly basis between a manager and a subordinate in which the subordinate is given feedback on her performance uses the _____ method.

In cafeteria-style benefit plans, all employees are offered the same benefit package that is predetermined by managers at the top.

A broad comparative concept that refers to how an organization's monetary compensation incentives compare, in general, to those of other organizations in the same industry employing similar kinds of workers is known as:

In order to improve his performance and motivation, Scott's performance is evaluated not only by his direct manager, but also by his customers, subordinates, and coworkers. This is an example of a _____.

A human resource management system is a part of the organizational architecture that managers develop to use resources efficiently and effectively.

Managers and Managing

The Evolution of Management

Values, Attitudes, Emotions, and Culture: The Manager As a Person

Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managing Diverse Employees in a Multicultural Environment

Managing in the Global Environment

Decision Making, Learning, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship

The Manager As a Planner and a Strategist

Value Chain Management: Functional Strategies for Competitive Advantage

Managing Organizational Structure and Culture

Organizational Control and Change

Motivation Performance

Leadership

Effective Groups and Teams

Promoting Effective Communication

Managing Conflict, Politics, and Negotiation

Used Advanced Information Technology to Increase Performance

Filters