Question 1

The ______ component of the definition of the term career is about not only what you do but also the way you feel about what you do and how well you think you've done over time.
A) "sequence of attitudes and behaviors"
B) "associated with work-related experiences"
C) "remediation"
D) "individually perceived"

Accepted Answer

The component of the definition of career described in the question aligns with the "sequence of attitudes and behaviors" component, as it refers to how an individual feels and thinks about their career over time. The other options are not applicable to this component of the definition.

Question 2

After training,Kyle completed multiple-choice and essay questions that tested his knowledge of the content of the training.Kyle completed a ______ assessment of training.
A) reaction
B) learning
C) behavior
D) results

Accepted Answer

Kyle completed a learning assessment of training, as he was tested on his knowledge and understanding of the content. A reaction assessment would measure Kyle's initial thoughts and feelings about the training, a behavior assessment would measure Kyle's actual behavior changes as a result of the training, and a results assessment would measure the overall impact and effectiveness of the training program.

Question 3

In the stages of career development,the ______ stage is the period of time during which the individual becomes concerned with building a skill set,developing work relationships,and advancing and stabilizing their career.
A) disengagement
B) establishment
C) exploration
D) maintenance

Accepted Answer

The establishment stage is all about building a skill set, developing work relationships, and advancing and stabilizing one's career. This stage typically occurs in a person's mid-20s to mid-40s. The other options do not fit this description. The disengagement stage is when a person begins to prepare for retirement, the exploration stage is when a person is trying out different career options, and the maintenance stage is when a person is focused on maintaining their current career.

Question 4

After Ahmad completed training on the use of the new forklift,Ahmad's supervisor made notes on how well Ahmad handled the equipment.Ahmad's supervisor was completing a ______ assessment of training.
A) reaction
B) learning
C) behavior
D) results

Accepted Answer

Ahmad's supervisor was assessing how well Ahmad applied the training in real-life situations, which falls under the category of behavior assessment. Option A (reaction) refers to assessing the initial reaction of learners to the training, Option B (learning) refers to assessing whether learners have gained knowledge and skills from the training, and Option D (results) refers to assessing the outcomes or impact of the training on the job performance of learners.

Question 5

______ is the way that we identify,understand,and use our own emotions as well as the emotions of others to promote our working relationships.
A) Competency
B) Employee development
C) Remediation
D) Emotional intelligence

Accepted Answer

The description given refers to emotional intelligence, which refers to the ability to identify, understand and manage one's own emotions as well as those of others in order to improve interpersonal relationships. Competency refers to the skills and abilities required for a particular job or task, employee development refers to the process of improving an employee's skills and knowledge, and remediation refers to correcting or improving a deficiency or problem. None of these are an accurate description of the concept described in the question.

Question 6

In the stages of career development,the ______ stage is the period of time during which the individual seeks personal satisfaction and to continue advancement.
A) maintenance
B) exploration
C) disengagement
D) establishment

Accepted Answer

The maintenance stage in career development is when an individual seeks personal satisfaction and aims to continue their advancement, focusing on maintaining their achievements and further developing their career.

Question 7

As an internal method of employee development,______ would use methods such as job rotation.
A) identification
B) formal education
C) experience
D) employee assessment

Accepted Answer

Experience-based employee development often involves methods such as job rotation, where employees are given the opportunity to work in different departments or take on different roles within the organization to gain new skills and knowledge. Identification, formal education, and employee assessment are other methods of development, but they do not necessarily involve job rotation or other types of experiential learning.

Question 8

Acme Global provides its employees with performance appraisals.Twice a year,each employee sits down with the employee's supervisor for feedback and goal setting.Acme Global is developing its employees through ______.
A) formal education
B) experience
C) informal education
D) employee assessment

Accepted Answer

Acme Global is developing its employees through employee assessment in the form of performance appraisals. This provides feedback to employees and helps them set goals for their growth and development within the company.

Question 9

______ is the individually perceived sequence of attitudes and behaviors associated with work-related experiences and activities over the span of the person's life.
A) Employee development
B) Career
C) Remediation
D) Emotional intelligence

Accepted Answer

The description matches the definition of a career. A career is the sum of all the work-related experiences a person has had over the course of their life along with the attitudes and behaviors associated with those experiences. Employee development refers to activities and programs designed to improve an employee's skills and performance within their current role. Remediation refers to correcting a mistake or addressing a deficiency. Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize and manage one's own emotions and the emotions of others in a professional setting. None of these other options accurately describes the described concept.

Question 10

As an internal method of employee development,______ provides employees the opportunity to participate in programs that will improve their general knowledge in areas such as finance,project management,or logistics.
A) identification
B) formal education
C) experience
D) employee assessment

Accepted Answer

Formal education refers to structured programs that provide employees with specific knowledge and skills in areas relevant to their job functions. This can include courses in finance, project management, logistics, and other topics, and can be provided through in-person or online classes, workshops, or certifications. By participating in formal education programs, employees can develop their skills and knowledge, which can ultimately benefit both themselves and the company.

Question 11

Acme Global provides its employees with the opportunity to experience job rotation.This allows the employees to see more of what goes on in the organization and how each job functions.Acme Global is developing its employees through ______.
A) formal education
B) experience
C) informal education
D) employee assessment

Accepted Answer

Job rotation is an example of experiential learning, where employees gain new skills and knowledge by performing different roles and responsibilities within the organization. Therefore, Acme Global is developing its employees through experience.

Question 12

Aziz sent all his employees to training on project management.Afterward,Aziz collected data on the time each project took to complete and how much was spent on each project.He compared that data to the same information from before his employees attended training.Aziz was completing a ______ assessment of training.
A) reaction
B) learning
C) behavior
D) results

Accepted Answer

Aziz's comparison of the time and expense data from before and after the training indicates that he is conducting a results assessment of the training. A results assessment measures the impact of training on business outcomes, such as improved productivity or cost savings. This type of assessment looks at whether the training resulted in tangible benefits for the organization, which is what Aziz is trying to determine with his analysis of the project data.

Question 13

Based on a recent survey,91% of large companies and 80% of midsized companies say that ______ one or more HR functions provides "real value."
A) outsourcing
B) insourcing
C) eliminating
D) redesigning

Accepted Answer

The survey shows that a majority of large and midsized companies find outsourcing one or more HR functions to provide real value.

Question 14

As an internal method of employee development,______ provides employees with information about how they think,interact with others,and manage their own actions and emotions.
A) identification
B) formal education
C) experience
D) employee assessment

Accepted Answer

Employee assessment, such as personality tests or 360-feedback evaluations, can provide employees with insights into their strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. This can aid in their personal and professional development, as they become more aware of how they think, interact with others, and manage their emotions.

Question 15

In the stages of career development,the ______ stage is the period of time during which the individual is identifying the personal needs that will be satisfied by a particular type of work.
A) maintenance
B) establishment
C) exploration
D) disengagement

Accepted Answer

The exploration stage is the period of time during which an individual is identifying personal needs that will be satisfied by a particular type of work. This is the first stage of career development, where an individual is exploring different career paths and gathering information about them to identify which career matches their personal needs and interests. The establishment stage comes next, where an individual has chosen a career and is now working to establish themselves in that field. The maintenance stage is when an individual is comfortable in their established career and working to maintain their position and skills. Finally, the disengagement stage is the period when an individual plans for retirement or transition to a different phase of their life.

Question 16

______ occurs when an individual feels unchallenged in their current job and has little or no chance of advancement.
A) A career plateau
B) Remediation
C) Employee development
D) Emotional intelligence

Accepted Answer

A career plateau occurs when an individual feels bored and unchallenged in their current job and sees little or no opportunity for growth or advancement in their career. It can lead to decreased motivation and job satisfaction. Remediation and employee development are techniques used to address employees' performance and growth, while emotional intelligence refers to a person's ability to perceive and understand their own and others' emotions.

Question 17

Outside of the human resources department,the ______ is probably still the training result measure with the most meaning.
A) JIT
B) ROI
C) OJT
D) EEOC

Accepted Answer

ROI (Return on Investment) measures the monetary return on training investments and is generally considered the most meaningful measure of training effectiveness outside of HR. JIT (Just-in-Time) refers to a lean manufacturing concept and is not directly related to training. OJT (On-the-Job Training) is a method of training and not a measure of results. EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) is a government agency that enforces federal laws related to discrimination in the workplace and is not related to training results.

Question 18

The definition of the term career relies heavily on the ______ of the person who is making the judgment concerning success or failure of the career.
A) sequence of attitudes and behaviors
B) work-related experiences
C) remediation
D) individual perception

Accepted Answer

Career success or failure is often determined by the individual's perception of their own career, including their goals, aspirations, and satisfaction level. Different individuals may have different definitions of success or failure in their career based on their own values and priorities. Therefore, the definition of the term career heavily relies on the individual's perception.

Question 19

After training,Dinesh completed an assessment form that asked him to rate several statements such as "This training was effective" and "I feel competent in the skills covered in this training." Anthony rated each statement on a scale of strongly disagree to strongly agree.Dinesh completed a ______ assessment of training.
A) reaction
B) learning
C) behavior
D) results

Accepted Answer

Dinesh is rating his immediate reaction or response to the training, which is measured through a reaction assessment. Learning assessment would measure how much information Dinesh retained from the training, behavior assessment would measure how well Dinesh can apply what he learned from the training in a real-life situation, and results assessment would measure the overall impact of the training on the organization's performance.

Question 20

Acme Global provides its employees with a tuition reimbursement program.If an Acme Global employee wants to take college classes or pursue a degree related to that employee's job or functional area,the organization will reimburse the employee for tuition when the employee completes the class.Acme Global is developing its employees through ______.
A) formal education
B) experience
C) informal education
D) employee assessment

Accepted Answer

Acme Global is developing its employees through formal education, specifically by providing a tuition reimbursement program for college classes and degree programs.

Quiz 7: Learning and Development

The ______ component of the definition of the term career is about not only what you do but also the way you feel about what you do and how well you think you've done over time.

After training,Kyle completed multiple-choice and essay questions that tested his knowledge of the content of the training.Kyle completed a ______ assessment of training.

In the stages of career development,the ______ stage is the period of time during which the individual becomes concerned with building a skill set,developing work relationships,and advancing and stabilizing their career.

After Ahmad completed training on the use of the new forklift,Ahmad's supervisor made notes on how well Ahmad handled the equipment.Ahmad's supervisor was completing a ______ assessment of training.

______ is the way that we identify,understand,and use our own emotions as well as the emotions of others to promote our working relationships.

In the stages of career development,the ______ stage is the period of time during which the individual seeks personal satisfaction and to continue advancement.

As an internal method of employee development,______ would use methods such as job rotation.

Acme Global provides its employees with performance appraisals.Twice a year,each employee sits down with the employee's supervisor for feedback and goal setting.Acme Global is developing its employees through ______.

______ is the individually perceived sequence of attitudes and behaviors associated with work-related experiences and activities over the span of the person's life.

As an internal method of employee development,______ provides employees the opportunity to participate in programs that will improve their general knowledge in areas such as finance,project management,or logistics.

Acme Global provides its employees with the opportunity to experience job rotation.This allows the employees to see more of what goes on in the organization and how each job functions.Acme Global is developing its employees through ______.

Based on a recent survey,91% of large companies and 80% of midsized companies say that ______ one or more HR functions provides "real value."

As an internal method of employee development,______ provides employees with information about how they think,interact with others,and manage their own actions and emotions.

In the stages of career development,the ______ stage is the period of time during which the individual is identifying the personal needs that will be satisfied by a particular type of work.

______ occurs when an individual feels unchallenged in their current job and has little or no chance of advancement.

Outside of the human resources department,the ______ is probably still the training result measure with the most meaning.

The definition of the term career relies heavily on the ______ of the person who is making the judgment concerning success or failure of the career.