Deck 4: Job Analysis

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All of the following types of information will most likely be collected by a human resources specialist through a job analysis EXCEPT ________.

A) work activities
B) human behaviors
C) performance standards
D) human requirements
E) employee benefits options
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سؤال
The information resulting from a job analysis is used for writing ________.

A) job descriptions
B) corporate objectives
C) personnel questionnaires
D) training requirements
E) mission statements
سؤال
In order for Hollis Construction to be in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act,the manager needs a ________ for each position to validate all human resource activities.

A) performance appraisal
B) compensation schedule
C) workflow system
D) quality control clerk
E) job analysis
سؤال
Which of the following is a written statement that describes the activities,responsibilities,working conditions,and supervisory responsibilities of a job?

A) job specification
B) job analysis
C) job report
D) job description
E) job context
سؤال
Which of the following refers to the human requirements needed for a job,such as education,skills,and personality?

A) job specifications
B) job analysis
C) job placement
D) job context
E) job descriptions
سؤال
Which of the following most likely depends on a job's required skills,education level,safety hazards,and degree of responsibility?

A) employee compensation
B) organizational culture
C) annual training requirements
D) OSHA and EEO compliance
E) telecommuting opportunities
سؤال
Reviewing relevant background information such as organization charts,process charts,and job descriptions is the ________ step of performing a job analysis.

A) first
B) second
C) third
D) fourth
E) fifth
سؤال
Which of the following terms refers to the procedure used to determine the duties associated with job positions and the characteristics of the people to hire for those positions?

A) job description
B) job specification
C) job analysis
D) job context
E) job standard
سؤال
A(n)________ shows the flow of inputs to and outputs from a job being analyzed.

A) organization chart
B) process chart
C) value chain
D) job analysis
E) job description
سؤال
During the job analysis process,it is important to ________ before collecting data about specific job duties and working conditions.

A) test job questionnaires on a small group of workers
B) confirm the job activity list with employees
C) select a sample of similar jobs to analyze
D) develop a job description outline
E) assemble the job specifications list
سؤال
All of the following requirements are typically addressed in job specifications EXCEPT ________.

A) desired personality traits
B) required education levels
C) essential skills
D) necessary experience
E) working conditions
سؤال
Managers use ________ to uncover essential duties that have not been assigned to specific employees.

A) work activities
B) job specifications
C) job analysis
D) performance standards
E) job context
سؤال
How many steps are involved in the job analysis process?

A) two
B) four
C) six
D) eight
E) ten
سؤال
A manager uses the information in a job analysis for all of the following EXCEPT ________.

A) assessing training requirements
B) complying with FCC regulations
C) determining appropriate compensation
D) recruiting and selecting individuals for a job
E) providing accurate performance appraisals
سؤال
The fourth step in conducting a job analysis most likely involves collecting data about all of the following EXCEPT ________.

A) necessary employee behaviors
B) required employee abilities
C) typical working conditions
D) employee turnover rates
E) specific job activities
سؤال
Which of the following indicates the distribution of work within a firm and the lines of authority and communication?

A) job analysis
B) process chart
C) employee matrix
D) organization chart
E) corporate overview
سؤال
What is the first step in conducting a job analysis?

A) deciding how the gathered information will be used
B) collecting data on job activities and working conditions
C) selecting representative job positions to assess
D) reviewing relevant background information
E) writing job descriptions and job specifications
سؤال
Which of the following data collection techniques would be most useful when writing a job description for a software engineer?

A) distributing position analysis questionnaires
B) interviewing employees
C) analyzing organization charts
D) observing employees
E) developing a job process chart
سؤال
The ________ lists a job's specific duties as well as the skills and training needed to perform a particular job.

A) organization chart
B) job analysis
C) work aid
D) job context
E) job description
سؤال
While performing the fifth step of a job analysis,it is essential to confirm the validity of collected data with the ________.

A) EEOC representative
B) HR manager
C) union leader
D) legal department
E) worker
سؤال
Which of the following guidelines is recommended to managers conducting a job analysis?

A) Use one tool for gathering information to maintain the validity of the results.
B) Rely on the human resource manager to complete questionnaires and verify data.
C) Conduct group interviews without supervisors present to ensure accuracy.
D) Collect information from employees performing the same job in different departments.
E) Develop complex questions using technical jargon specific to the organization.
سؤال
Which data collection method is most frequently used in conjunction with direct observation?

A) interview
B) questionnaire
C) diary
D) electronic log
E) survey
سؤال
Purrfect Pets is a local pet supply store with a following of loyal customers who appreciate the personal service the store's employees provide.After a very profitable year,Purrfect Pets is expanding by opening two more stores.Before hiring employees for the new stores,the manager is considering the idea of conducting a job analysis for each position. Which of the following,if true,would best support the argument that the manager should conduct group interviews to gather job analysis information?

A) The supply manager at Purrfect Pets has been with the company for three years.
B) Purrfect Pets is an excellent place to work because of the positive work environment.
C) Most of the young employees of Purrfect Pets would feel awkward during a one-on-one interview.
D) Employees at Purrfect Pets work well with their colleagues, and few staffing conflicts occur.
E) Numerous employees at Purrfect Pets perform similar tasks during the work day.
سؤال
For which of the following jobs is direct observation NOT a recommended method for collecting job analysis data?

A) assembly-line worker
B) accounting clerk
C) attorney
D) nurse
E) salesperson
سؤال
During the job analysis process,the primary purpose of having workers review and modify data collected about their current positions is to ________.

A) confirm that the information is correct and complete
B) provide a legal benchmark for employer lawsuits
C) enable participants to understand their job strengths
D) encourage employees to seek additional job training
E) validate the job specification list provided by HR
سؤال
Purrfect Pets is a local pet supply store with a following of loyal customers who appreciate the personal service the store's employees provide.After a very profitable year,Purrfect Pets is expanding by opening two more stores.Before hiring employees for the new stores,the manager is considering the idea of conducting a job analysis for each position. Which of the following,if true,would best support the argument that the manager should use a position analysis questionnaire to collect job analysis information?

A) Compliance with EEO laws requires businesses to compile quantitative data.
B) Management wants to develop a pay scale for all employees at Purrfect Pets.
C) Purrfect Pets managers are unfamiliar with the typical routines of most employees.
D) Managers believe that some Purrfect Pets employees are overlooking important daily tasks.
E) The larger staff size now makes the business eligible for a cost effective health insurance plan.
سؤال
One of the problems with direct observation is ________,which is when workers alter their normal activities because they are being watched.

A) flexibility
B) constancy
C) falsification
D) reactivity
E) diversion
سؤال
Which of the following requires workers to make daily listings of the activities in which they engage as well as the amount of time each activity takes?

A) flowchart
B) agenda
C) outline
D) table
E) log
سؤال
Which of the following is the primary disadvantage of using questionnaires to gather job analysis information?

A) Questionnaires are the most expensive method of collecting data.
B) Supervisors are required to verify all collected questionnaire data.
C) Firms lack the technology to generate electronic questionnaires.
D) Questionnaires are too open-ended to provide statistical information.
E) Developing and testing questionnaires is time-consuming.
سؤال
Pocket dictating machines and pagers have replaced traditional diary/log methods in many firms.Which of the following problems have the modern methods most likely eliminated?

A) poor penmanship skills among employees
B) work time required to fill out forms and surveys
C) employee forgetfulness regarding daily activities
D) costs associated with copying and filing paperwork
E) employee frustration towards bureaucratic requirements
سؤال
Which method for collecting job analysis information is considered best for quantifying the relative worth of a job for compensation purposes?

A) electronic log
B) group interview
C) worker diary
D) observation
E) questionnaire
سؤال
Which of the following is the primary disadvantage of using interviews to collect job analysis data?

A) Interviews are a complicated method for collecting information.
B) Employees may exaggerate or minimize some information.
C) Interviews provide only general information about a worker's duties.
D) Employees may reveal minimal information about their daily activities.
E) Interviews may require managers to reveal the job analysis function.
سؤال
Interviews for the purpose of collecting job analysis data will most likely address all of the following topics EXCEPT ________.

A) hazardous conditions
B) primary work duties
C) required education
D) necessary experience
E) personal hobbies
سؤال
Joaquin records every activity in which he participates at work along with the time it takes him to complete each activity.Which of the following approaches to job analysis data collection is most likely being used at Joaquin's workplace?

A) diaries
B) interviews
C) direct observations
D) questionnaires
E) supervisor verification
سؤال
What is the final step in conducting a job analysis?

A) conducting an exit interview of all participants
B) writing a job description and job specifications
C) validating all of the collected job data
D) collecting data on specific job activities
E) reviewing relevant background information
سؤال
The primary drawback of performing a job analysis regards the ________.

A) unverifiable data a job analysis typically provides
B) certification required to conduct a job analysis
C) amount of time a job analysis takes to complete
D) redundant information gathered during a job analysis
E) costs associated with the technology needed for a job analysis
سؤال
Murray,Inc.emphasizes a desire for detail-oriented,motivated employees with strong social skills as indicated in the firm's job ________.

A) specifications
B) analysis
C) reports
D) descriptions
E) context
سؤال
A ________ is the time it takes to complete a job.

A) specification
B) work cycle
C) work week
D) shift
E) duty
سؤال
Which of the following will most likely be used by a manager gathering job analysis information when a large number of employees perform similar work?

A) individual employee interviews
B) direct observation of all employees
C) interview with the HR manager
D) group interview with a supervisor
E) telephone surveys of all employees
سؤال
Job analysts collecting information through observations and interviews benefit from the use of a(n)________ to guide the process and ensure consistency.

A) structured list
B) electronic diary
C) job description
D) organization chart
E) position analysis questionnaire
سؤال
Purrfect Pets is a local pet supply store with a following of loyal customers who appreciate the personal service the store's employees provide.After a very profitable year,Purrfect Pets is expanding by opening two more stores.Before hiring employees for the new stores,the manager is considering the idea of conducting a job analysis for each position. Which of the following,if true,undermines the argument that the Purrfect Pets manager should observe workers in order to gather job analysis information?

A) Purrfect Pets lacks the technology to perform quantitative job assessments.
B) Part-time and seasonal workers fill most of the positions at Purrfect Pets.
C) Most positions at Purrfect Pets include some element of physical activity.
D) The tasks of most Purrfect Pets employees vary widely from day to day.
E) During the morning, business at Purrfect Pets typically slows down.
سؤال
What are the three main categories used in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles to rate,classify,and compare different jobs?

A) reasoning, language, mathematics
B) skills, communication, education
C) tending, serving, data
D) data, people, things
E) people, skills, reasoning
سؤال
An employer is required to make a "reasonable accommodation" for a disabled individual in which of the following situations?

A) if a disabled person has the necessary skills, education, and experience to perform the job but is prevented by the job's current structure
B) when an employer fails to provide a job description for a position that a disabled person would most likely be able to perform
C) if making changes would present the employer with an undue hardship
D) each time that a disabled individual applies for a position
E) if the job function is essential
سؤال
When a sales job is being filled by an untrained individual,the job specifications list will most likely include ________ as a way to predict which candidate will perform the job well.

A) age and gender
B) length of previous service
C) past job performance
D) relevant certification
E) personality traits
سؤال
Most job descriptions contain sections that cover all of the following EXCEPT ________.

A) job summary
B) performance standards
C) working conditions
D) responsibilities
E) required overtime
سؤال
The ________ classifies all workers into one of 23 major groups of jobs that are subdivided into minor groups of jobs and detailed occupations.

A) Department of Labor Procedure
B) Position Analysis Questionnaire
C) Standard Occupational Classification
D) Federal Professions Classification System
E) Dictionary of Occupational Titles
سؤال
All of the following categories are assessed in a functional job analysis EXCEPT ________.

A) judgment
B) reasoning
C) verbal skills
D) mathematical skills
E) industry standards
سؤال
According to the ________,an individual must have the requisite skills,educational background,and experience to perform a job's essential functions.

A) SOC
B) DOL
C) ADA
D) FCC
E) SIC
سؤال
Janice,a department store manager,is in the process of writing job descriptions using O*NET.Janice has already reviewed the company's business plan,so what should she do next?

A) interview employees
B) compose a list of job duties
C) develop an organization chart
D) observe employees performing their duties
E) develop a list of human requirements for the job
سؤال
Which of the following Web sites was developed by the U.S.Department of Labor and serves as a source for managers who need to write job descriptions?

A) bls.gov
B) opm.gov
C) usajobs.gov
D) onetcenter.org
E) job description.com
سؤال
Experts at the ________ performed the earliest form of job analysis and published the Dictionary of Occupational Titles.

A) EEOC
B) DOL
C) BLS
D) DHS
E) PAQ
سؤال
Which of the following is the primary source of information an employer uses to write a job specification?

A) job summary
B) work functions
C) job description
D) performance standards
E) personnel replacement charts
سؤال
A(n)________ is used to collect quantifiable data concerning the duties and responsibilities of various jobs.

A) electronic diary/log
B) group interview
C) position analysis questionnaire
D) direct observation
E) Internet-based survey
سؤال
Which of the following is identified by the FLSA status section of a job description?

A) whether the employer is a non-profit organization
B) whether a job is exempt or nonexempt
C) whether a job includes health benefits
D) whether the employer is a private or public firm
E) whether a job requires a college degree
سؤال
What type of information is contained in the job identification section of a job description?

A) job title
B) job summary
C) relationships statement
D) major functions or activities
E) standards of performance
سؤال
What is the primary benefit of using a position analysis questionnaire to gather data for a job analysis?

A) providing the opportunity for employees to vent job frustrations
B) monitoring and improving workplace safety and health
C) sorting information for government statistics and records
D) classifying jobs for the purpose of assigning salaries
E) uncovering important yet infrequent job tasks
سؤال
The most important consideration when developing an online job analysis is to ________.

A) require employees to be monitored by supervisors
B) make questions and the process as clear as possible
C) provide monetary rewards for timely completion
D) limit the number of questions to less than twenty
E) ask open-ended questions to ensure honest responses
سؤال
What has been the most significant impact of modern technology on job analysis methods?

A) The Internet has enabled the Department of Labor to update data in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles to reflect trends in the high-tech industry.
B) Extensive use of the Internet by HR managers enables more people to telecommute from locations far from corporate headquarters.
C) Corporate use of the Internet and intranet has enabled HR managers to distribute and collect job analysis surveys to employees in multiple geographic locations.
D) Worker functions have changed as a result of modern technology, so the DOL procedure for data collection has been modified and categories have been altered.
E) The ability to falsify information on Internet surveys has led to an increase in interviews and observations by HR managers to collect accurate job analysis information.
سؤال
The Department of Labor procedure uses a set of standard basic activities known as ________ to describe what a worker must do with respect to data,people,and things.

A) worker functions
B) employee duties
C) job procedures
D) worker purposes
E) job requirements
سؤال
According to the ADA,job duties that employees must be able to perform,with or without reasonable accommodation,are called ________.

A) primary job activities
B) job requirements
C) essential job functions
D) work activities
E) job specifications
سؤال
Jack is an employee at a Best Western Hotel.Some weeks he works with the catering group,and other weeks he assists the reservations clerk or the parking attendant.This is an example of ________.

A) job enlargement
B) job rotation
C) job enrichment
D) dejobbing
E) job specialization
سؤال
The information gathered during a job analysis is primarily used to ensure that firms are in compliance with the EEO,OSHA,and all state governments.
سؤال
The fundamental rethinking and radical redesign of business processes to achieve dramatic improvements in performance is called ________.

A) job redesign
B) reengineering
C) process engineering
D) job enlargement
E) outsourcing
سؤال
Who argued that the best way to motivate workers is to build opportunities for challenge and achievement into their jobs via job enrichment?

A) Adam Smith
B) Frederick Taylor
C) Frederick Herzberg
D) Abraham Maslow
E) Milton Friedman
سؤال
According to research,each of the following work behaviors is considered important in all jobs EXCEPT ________.

A) thoroughness
B) attendance
C) experience
D) schedule flexibility
E) industriousness
سؤال
Which of the following terms refers to systematically moving workers from one job to another?

A) Job rotation
B) Job enrichment
C) Job assignment
D) Job enlargement
E) Job adjustment
سؤال
Job ________ means assigning workers additional same-level activities.

A) shifting
B) enrichment
C) assignment
D) enlargement
E) rotation
سؤال
Which of the following questions will most likely be addressed by a manager who is writing a job description based on a competency-based job analysis?

A) What are the typical duties associated with this job?
B) What are the working conditions and safety issues related to this job?
C) What opportunities for advancement are available to an employee in this job?
D) What should the employee be able to do in order to competently perform this job?
E) What machines or equipment is the job holder responsible for operating on a daily basis?
سؤال
Job analysis produces information used for writing job descriptions and job specifications.
سؤال
Observation as a job analysis data collection method is most appropriate for jobs that involve physical activities.
سؤال
The immediate supervisor of a group of workers being interviewed for job analysis purposes is not allowed to attend the session due to concerns about workers failing to provide honest responses to questions.
سؤال
Informal interviews provide quantitative job analysis information,which is why they are frequently used by managers who need to determine the relative worth of a job for pay purposes.
سؤال
Which of the following describes a job in terms of measurable and observable behaviors that an employee doing the job must exhibit to do the job well?

A) competency-based job analysis
B) Department of Labor procedure
C) functional job analysis
D) Standard Occupational Classification system
E) high-performance work matrix
سؤال
Conducting the job analysis is the sole responsibility of the HR specialist.
سؤال
A process chart provides relevant background information during the job analysis process by indicating job titles and lines of communication.
سؤال
Studies suggest that employees are more likely to describe their job duties in the form of simple task statements instead of as ability statements during job analysis interviews.
سؤال
Which of the following terms refers to redesigning jobs in a way that increases the opportunities for the worker to experience feelings of responsibility,achievement,growth,and recognition?

A) Job rotation
B) Job enrichment
C) Job reengineering
D) Job enlargement
E) Job enhancement
سؤال
Which of the following best supports the argument that jobs should be described in terms of competencies rather than duties?

A) New employees in high-performance work systems receive extensive job skills training for their specific positions.
B) Managers in global firms are empowered to implement job rotation, job enlargement, and job enrichment in order to maximize productivity.
C) In high-performance work systems, employees serve as team members rotating among various jobs.
D) Globalization and telecommuting require workers to be able to self-manage and perform duties without close supervision.
E) Firms in the high-tech industry require workers who are industrious, flexible, experienced, and ambitious.
سؤال
Organization charts show the division of work throughout the organization,how a job relates to others,and where a job fits in the organization.
سؤال
Questionnaires developed for the purpose of job analysis are always structured in the form of checklists so that the information can easily be entered into a database.
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Deck 4: Job Analysis
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All of the following types of information will most likely be collected by a human resources specialist through a job analysis EXCEPT ________.

A) work activities
B) human behaviors
C) performance standards
D) human requirements
E) employee benefits options
E
2
The information resulting from a job analysis is used for writing ________.

A) job descriptions
B) corporate objectives
C) personnel questionnaires
D) training requirements
E) mission statements
A
3
In order for Hollis Construction to be in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act,the manager needs a ________ for each position to validate all human resource activities.

A) performance appraisal
B) compensation schedule
C) workflow system
D) quality control clerk
E) job analysis
E
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Which of the following is a written statement that describes the activities,responsibilities,working conditions,and supervisory responsibilities of a job?

A) job specification
B) job analysis
C) job report
D) job description
E) job context
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Which of the following refers to the human requirements needed for a job,such as education,skills,and personality?

A) job specifications
B) job analysis
C) job placement
D) job context
E) job descriptions
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Which of the following most likely depends on a job's required skills,education level,safety hazards,and degree of responsibility?

A) employee compensation
B) organizational culture
C) annual training requirements
D) OSHA and EEO compliance
E) telecommuting opportunities
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Reviewing relevant background information such as organization charts,process charts,and job descriptions is the ________ step of performing a job analysis.

A) first
B) second
C) third
D) fourth
E) fifth
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Which of the following terms refers to the procedure used to determine the duties associated with job positions and the characteristics of the people to hire for those positions?

A) job description
B) job specification
C) job analysis
D) job context
E) job standard
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A(n)________ shows the flow of inputs to and outputs from a job being analyzed.

A) organization chart
B) process chart
C) value chain
D) job analysis
E) job description
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During the job analysis process,it is important to ________ before collecting data about specific job duties and working conditions.

A) test job questionnaires on a small group of workers
B) confirm the job activity list with employees
C) select a sample of similar jobs to analyze
D) develop a job description outline
E) assemble the job specifications list
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All of the following requirements are typically addressed in job specifications EXCEPT ________.

A) desired personality traits
B) required education levels
C) essential skills
D) necessary experience
E) working conditions
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Managers use ________ to uncover essential duties that have not been assigned to specific employees.

A) work activities
B) job specifications
C) job analysis
D) performance standards
E) job context
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How many steps are involved in the job analysis process?

A) two
B) four
C) six
D) eight
E) ten
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A manager uses the information in a job analysis for all of the following EXCEPT ________.

A) assessing training requirements
B) complying with FCC regulations
C) determining appropriate compensation
D) recruiting and selecting individuals for a job
E) providing accurate performance appraisals
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The fourth step in conducting a job analysis most likely involves collecting data about all of the following EXCEPT ________.

A) necessary employee behaviors
B) required employee abilities
C) typical working conditions
D) employee turnover rates
E) specific job activities
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Which of the following indicates the distribution of work within a firm and the lines of authority and communication?

A) job analysis
B) process chart
C) employee matrix
D) organization chart
E) corporate overview
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What is the first step in conducting a job analysis?

A) deciding how the gathered information will be used
B) collecting data on job activities and working conditions
C) selecting representative job positions to assess
D) reviewing relevant background information
E) writing job descriptions and job specifications
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Which of the following data collection techniques would be most useful when writing a job description for a software engineer?

A) distributing position analysis questionnaires
B) interviewing employees
C) analyzing organization charts
D) observing employees
E) developing a job process chart
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The ________ lists a job's specific duties as well as the skills and training needed to perform a particular job.

A) organization chart
B) job analysis
C) work aid
D) job context
E) job description
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While performing the fifth step of a job analysis,it is essential to confirm the validity of collected data with the ________.

A) EEOC representative
B) HR manager
C) union leader
D) legal department
E) worker
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Which of the following guidelines is recommended to managers conducting a job analysis?

A) Use one tool for gathering information to maintain the validity of the results.
B) Rely on the human resource manager to complete questionnaires and verify data.
C) Conduct group interviews without supervisors present to ensure accuracy.
D) Collect information from employees performing the same job in different departments.
E) Develop complex questions using technical jargon specific to the organization.
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Which data collection method is most frequently used in conjunction with direct observation?

A) interview
B) questionnaire
C) diary
D) electronic log
E) survey
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Purrfect Pets is a local pet supply store with a following of loyal customers who appreciate the personal service the store's employees provide.After a very profitable year,Purrfect Pets is expanding by opening two more stores.Before hiring employees for the new stores,the manager is considering the idea of conducting a job analysis for each position. Which of the following,if true,would best support the argument that the manager should conduct group interviews to gather job analysis information?

A) The supply manager at Purrfect Pets has been with the company for three years.
B) Purrfect Pets is an excellent place to work because of the positive work environment.
C) Most of the young employees of Purrfect Pets would feel awkward during a one-on-one interview.
D) Employees at Purrfect Pets work well with their colleagues, and few staffing conflicts occur.
E) Numerous employees at Purrfect Pets perform similar tasks during the work day.
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For which of the following jobs is direct observation NOT a recommended method for collecting job analysis data?

A) assembly-line worker
B) accounting clerk
C) attorney
D) nurse
E) salesperson
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During the job analysis process,the primary purpose of having workers review and modify data collected about their current positions is to ________.

A) confirm that the information is correct and complete
B) provide a legal benchmark for employer lawsuits
C) enable participants to understand their job strengths
D) encourage employees to seek additional job training
E) validate the job specification list provided by HR
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Purrfect Pets is a local pet supply store with a following of loyal customers who appreciate the personal service the store's employees provide.After a very profitable year,Purrfect Pets is expanding by opening two more stores.Before hiring employees for the new stores,the manager is considering the idea of conducting a job analysis for each position. Which of the following,if true,would best support the argument that the manager should use a position analysis questionnaire to collect job analysis information?

A) Compliance with EEO laws requires businesses to compile quantitative data.
B) Management wants to develop a pay scale for all employees at Purrfect Pets.
C) Purrfect Pets managers are unfamiliar with the typical routines of most employees.
D) Managers believe that some Purrfect Pets employees are overlooking important daily tasks.
E) The larger staff size now makes the business eligible for a cost effective health insurance plan.
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One of the problems with direct observation is ________,which is when workers alter their normal activities because they are being watched.

A) flexibility
B) constancy
C) falsification
D) reactivity
E) diversion
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Which of the following requires workers to make daily listings of the activities in which they engage as well as the amount of time each activity takes?

A) flowchart
B) agenda
C) outline
D) table
E) log
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Which of the following is the primary disadvantage of using questionnaires to gather job analysis information?

A) Questionnaires are the most expensive method of collecting data.
B) Supervisors are required to verify all collected questionnaire data.
C) Firms lack the technology to generate electronic questionnaires.
D) Questionnaires are too open-ended to provide statistical information.
E) Developing and testing questionnaires is time-consuming.
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30
Pocket dictating machines and pagers have replaced traditional diary/log methods in many firms.Which of the following problems have the modern methods most likely eliminated?

A) poor penmanship skills among employees
B) work time required to fill out forms and surveys
C) employee forgetfulness regarding daily activities
D) costs associated with copying and filing paperwork
E) employee frustration towards bureaucratic requirements
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Which method for collecting job analysis information is considered best for quantifying the relative worth of a job for compensation purposes?

A) electronic log
B) group interview
C) worker diary
D) observation
E) questionnaire
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Which of the following is the primary disadvantage of using interviews to collect job analysis data?

A) Interviews are a complicated method for collecting information.
B) Employees may exaggerate or minimize some information.
C) Interviews provide only general information about a worker's duties.
D) Employees may reveal minimal information about their daily activities.
E) Interviews may require managers to reveal the job analysis function.
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Interviews for the purpose of collecting job analysis data will most likely address all of the following topics EXCEPT ________.

A) hazardous conditions
B) primary work duties
C) required education
D) necessary experience
E) personal hobbies
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34
Joaquin records every activity in which he participates at work along with the time it takes him to complete each activity.Which of the following approaches to job analysis data collection is most likely being used at Joaquin's workplace?

A) diaries
B) interviews
C) direct observations
D) questionnaires
E) supervisor verification
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35
What is the final step in conducting a job analysis?

A) conducting an exit interview of all participants
B) writing a job description and job specifications
C) validating all of the collected job data
D) collecting data on specific job activities
E) reviewing relevant background information
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The primary drawback of performing a job analysis regards the ________.

A) unverifiable data a job analysis typically provides
B) certification required to conduct a job analysis
C) amount of time a job analysis takes to complete
D) redundant information gathered during a job analysis
E) costs associated with the technology needed for a job analysis
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37
Murray,Inc.emphasizes a desire for detail-oriented,motivated employees with strong social skills as indicated in the firm's job ________.

A) specifications
B) analysis
C) reports
D) descriptions
E) context
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A ________ is the time it takes to complete a job.

A) specification
B) work cycle
C) work week
D) shift
E) duty
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Which of the following will most likely be used by a manager gathering job analysis information when a large number of employees perform similar work?

A) individual employee interviews
B) direct observation of all employees
C) interview with the HR manager
D) group interview with a supervisor
E) telephone surveys of all employees
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40
Job analysts collecting information through observations and interviews benefit from the use of a(n)________ to guide the process and ensure consistency.

A) structured list
B) electronic diary
C) job description
D) organization chart
E) position analysis questionnaire
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41
Purrfect Pets is a local pet supply store with a following of loyal customers who appreciate the personal service the store's employees provide.After a very profitable year,Purrfect Pets is expanding by opening two more stores.Before hiring employees for the new stores,the manager is considering the idea of conducting a job analysis for each position. Which of the following,if true,undermines the argument that the Purrfect Pets manager should observe workers in order to gather job analysis information?

A) Purrfect Pets lacks the technology to perform quantitative job assessments.
B) Part-time and seasonal workers fill most of the positions at Purrfect Pets.
C) Most positions at Purrfect Pets include some element of physical activity.
D) The tasks of most Purrfect Pets employees vary widely from day to day.
E) During the morning, business at Purrfect Pets typically slows down.
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42
What are the three main categories used in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles to rate,classify,and compare different jobs?

A) reasoning, language, mathematics
B) skills, communication, education
C) tending, serving, data
D) data, people, things
E) people, skills, reasoning
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43
An employer is required to make a "reasonable accommodation" for a disabled individual in which of the following situations?

A) if a disabled person has the necessary skills, education, and experience to perform the job but is prevented by the job's current structure
B) when an employer fails to provide a job description for a position that a disabled person would most likely be able to perform
C) if making changes would present the employer with an undue hardship
D) each time that a disabled individual applies for a position
E) if the job function is essential
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When a sales job is being filled by an untrained individual,the job specifications list will most likely include ________ as a way to predict which candidate will perform the job well.

A) age and gender
B) length of previous service
C) past job performance
D) relevant certification
E) personality traits
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Most job descriptions contain sections that cover all of the following EXCEPT ________.

A) job summary
B) performance standards
C) working conditions
D) responsibilities
E) required overtime
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The ________ classifies all workers into one of 23 major groups of jobs that are subdivided into minor groups of jobs and detailed occupations.

A) Department of Labor Procedure
B) Position Analysis Questionnaire
C) Standard Occupational Classification
D) Federal Professions Classification System
E) Dictionary of Occupational Titles
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All of the following categories are assessed in a functional job analysis EXCEPT ________.

A) judgment
B) reasoning
C) verbal skills
D) mathematical skills
E) industry standards
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According to the ________,an individual must have the requisite skills,educational background,and experience to perform a job's essential functions.

A) SOC
B) DOL
C) ADA
D) FCC
E) SIC
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Janice,a department store manager,is in the process of writing job descriptions using O*NET.Janice has already reviewed the company's business plan,so what should she do next?

A) interview employees
B) compose a list of job duties
C) develop an organization chart
D) observe employees performing their duties
E) develop a list of human requirements for the job
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Which of the following Web sites was developed by the U.S.Department of Labor and serves as a source for managers who need to write job descriptions?

A) bls.gov
B) opm.gov
C) usajobs.gov
D) onetcenter.org
E) job description.com
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Experts at the ________ performed the earliest form of job analysis and published the Dictionary of Occupational Titles.

A) EEOC
B) DOL
C) BLS
D) DHS
E) PAQ
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52
Which of the following is the primary source of information an employer uses to write a job specification?

A) job summary
B) work functions
C) job description
D) performance standards
E) personnel replacement charts
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A(n)________ is used to collect quantifiable data concerning the duties and responsibilities of various jobs.

A) electronic diary/log
B) group interview
C) position analysis questionnaire
D) direct observation
E) Internet-based survey
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Which of the following is identified by the FLSA status section of a job description?

A) whether the employer is a non-profit organization
B) whether a job is exempt or nonexempt
C) whether a job includes health benefits
D) whether the employer is a private or public firm
E) whether a job requires a college degree
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What type of information is contained in the job identification section of a job description?

A) job title
B) job summary
C) relationships statement
D) major functions or activities
E) standards of performance
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56
What is the primary benefit of using a position analysis questionnaire to gather data for a job analysis?

A) providing the opportunity for employees to vent job frustrations
B) monitoring and improving workplace safety and health
C) sorting information for government statistics and records
D) classifying jobs for the purpose of assigning salaries
E) uncovering important yet infrequent job tasks
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57
The most important consideration when developing an online job analysis is to ________.

A) require employees to be monitored by supervisors
B) make questions and the process as clear as possible
C) provide monetary rewards for timely completion
D) limit the number of questions to less than twenty
E) ask open-ended questions to ensure honest responses
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What has been the most significant impact of modern technology on job analysis methods?

A) The Internet has enabled the Department of Labor to update data in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles to reflect trends in the high-tech industry.
B) Extensive use of the Internet by HR managers enables more people to telecommute from locations far from corporate headquarters.
C) Corporate use of the Internet and intranet has enabled HR managers to distribute and collect job analysis surveys to employees in multiple geographic locations.
D) Worker functions have changed as a result of modern technology, so the DOL procedure for data collection has been modified and categories have been altered.
E) The ability to falsify information on Internet surveys has led to an increase in interviews and observations by HR managers to collect accurate job analysis information.
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59
The Department of Labor procedure uses a set of standard basic activities known as ________ to describe what a worker must do with respect to data,people,and things.

A) worker functions
B) employee duties
C) job procedures
D) worker purposes
E) job requirements
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According to the ADA,job duties that employees must be able to perform,with or without reasonable accommodation,are called ________.

A) primary job activities
B) job requirements
C) essential job functions
D) work activities
E) job specifications
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61
Jack is an employee at a Best Western Hotel.Some weeks he works with the catering group,and other weeks he assists the reservations clerk or the parking attendant.This is an example of ________.

A) job enlargement
B) job rotation
C) job enrichment
D) dejobbing
E) job specialization
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The information gathered during a job analysis is primarily used to ensure that firms are in compliance with the EEO,OSHA,and all state governments.
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The fundamental rethinking and radical redesign of business processes to achieve dramatic improvements in performance is called ________.

A) job redesign
B) reengineering
C) process engineering
D) job enlargement
E) outsourcing
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64
Who argued that the best way to motivate workers is to build opportunities for challenge and achievement into their jobs via job enrichment?

A) Adam Smith
B) Frederick Taylor
C) Frederick Herzberg
D) Abraham Maslow
E) Milton Friedman
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According to research,each of the following work behaviors is considered important in all jobs EXCEPT ________.

A) thoroughness
B) attendance
C) experience
D) schedule flexibility
E) industriousness
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Which of the following terms refers to systematically moving workers from one job to another?

A) Job rotation
B) Job enrichment
C) Job assignment
D) Job enlargement
E) Job adjustment
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Job ________ means assigning workers additional same-level activities.

A) shifting
B) enrichment
C) assignment
D) enlargement
E) rotation
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Which of the following questions will most likely be addressed by a manager who is writing a job description based on a competency-based job analysis?

A) What are the typical duties associated with this job?
B) What are the working conditions and safety issues related to this job?
C) What opportunities for advancement are available to an employee in this job?
D) What should the employee be able to do in order to competently perform this job?
E) What machines or equipment is the job holder responsible for operating on a daily basis?
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Job analysis produces information used for writing job descriptions and job specifications.
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Observation as a job analysis data collection method is most appropriate for jobs that involve physical activities.
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The immediate supervisor of a group of workers being interviewed for job analysis purposes is not allowed to attend the session due to concerns about workers failing to provide honest responses to questions.
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Informal interviews provide quantitative job analysis information,which is why they are frequently used by managers who need to determine the relative worth of a job for pay purposes.
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Which of the following describes a job in terms of measurable and observable behaviors that an employee doing the job must exhibit to do the job well?

A) competency-based job analysis
B) Department of Labor procedure
C) functional job analysis
D) Standard Occupational Classification system
E) high-performance work matrix
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Conducting the job analysis is the sole responsibility of the HR specialist.
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A process chart provides relevant background information during the job analysis process by indicating job titles and lines of communication.
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Studies suggest that employees are more likely to describe their job duties in the form of simple task statements instead of as ability statements during job analysis interviews.
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Which of the following terms refers to redesigning jobs in a way that increases the opportunities for the worker to experience feelings of responsibility,achievement,growth,and recognition?

A) Job rotation
B) Job enrichment
C) Job reengineering
D) Job enlargement
E) Job enhancement
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Which of the following best supports the argument that jobs should be described in terms of competencies rather than duties?

A) New employees in high-performance work systems receive extensive job skills training for their specific positions.
B) Managers in global firms are empowered to implement job rotation, job enlargement, and job enrichment in order to maximize productivity.
C) In high-performance work systems, employees serve as team members rotating among various jobs.
D) Globalization and telecommuting require workers to be able to self-manage and perform duties without close supervision.
E) Firms in the high-tech industry require workers who are industrious, flexible, experienced, and ambitious.
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Organization charts show the division of work throughout the organization,how a job relates to others,and where a job fits in the organization.
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Questionnaires developed for the purpose of job analysis are always structured in the form of checklists so that the information can easily be entered into a database.
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