Question 1

All of the following are typical methods used for training EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

Observation, while a component of some training methods, is not typically considered a standalone method for training in the same way as classroom lectures, simulation exercises, vestibule training, or apprenticeships. These other options are structured training methods with specific objectives and outcomes.

Question 2

The expansion of information a new employee obtains during the recruitment and selection stages;and an attempt to familiarize new employees with the job,the work unit,and the organization as a whole is called employee ________.

Accepted Answer

The expansion of information a new employee obtains during the recruitment and selection stages is called employee orientation. It is an attempt to familiarize new employees with the job, the work unit, and the organization as a whole. While employee development and training also involve learning and expanding knowledge, they are typically ongoing processes that take place after the orientation stage. Work group and progress are not specific to the orientation stage of the employment process.

Question 3

What are the major objectives of orientation to a new job?

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Question 4

The source used to recruit potential employees should reflect the local labor market,the type and level of position,and the size of the organization.

Accepted Answer

The source of recruitment plays a crucial role in attracting the right talent for the organization. It should be aligned with the local labor market, type and level of positions, and the size of the organization. For example, for entry-level positions, social media and online job boards can be effective sources, while for higher-level positions, executive search firms or industry-specific events can be more appropriate. It ensures that the organization gets access to the right talent pool and reduces the time and cost of hiring.

Question 5

Which types of questions should a supervisor feel comfortable asking in a job interview?

Accepted Answer

A supervisor should stick to questions that are relevant to the position and the candidate's qualifications. Asking about age, marital status, and children can open up the opportunity for discrimination. Asking about an arrest record can also potentially create legal issues. The most appropriate question for a supervisor to ask is about the candidate's experience, as it directly relates to the job requirements.

Question 6

A set of attitudes,perceptions and behaviors of employees who survive involuntary staff reductions is called ________.

Accepted Answer

Layoff-survivor sickness refers to the set of attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors of employees who remain in an organization after involuntary staff reductions. These individuals may experience guilt, fear, or increased stress due to the layoffs.

Question 7

Selection devices based on actual job behaviors,work sampling,and assessment centers are known as ________ tests.

Accepted Answer

Performance-simulation tests, also known as work sample tests, require candidates to demonstrate their job-related skills and abilities in a simulated work environment, making them effective in predicting job performance. Work sampling and assessment centers are both examples of performance-simulation tests. Behavioral tests assess personality traits and tendencies, while validity tests assess the reliability and validity of other selection methods.

Question 8

When interviews are ________ and when interviewers are held to common questioning,interviews can be reliable and valid selection tools.

Accepted Answer

Structured interviews have a set of predetermined questions that are asked in the same order to all candidates, which helps to standardize the interview process and make it more reliable and valid as a selection tool. Holding interviewers to common questioning further increases the reliability and validity of the interviews. Casual and impromptu interviews lack structure and consistency, while conducting interviews over the phone can result in less reliable assessment due to the inability to observe nonverbal cues. The choice of who conducts the interview (middle managers or otherwise) does not directly impact the reliability and validity of the interview process.

Question 9

When there is a proven relationship between a selection device and some relevant criterion,that device is said to be ________.

Accepted Answer

A selection device is considered valid when it accurately measures what it is intended to measure and there is evidence of a relationship between the selection device and some relevant criterion (such as job performance). Therefore, the correct answer is A) valid. The other options may be important considerations in selection processes but are not specifically related to the relationship between a selection device and a relevant criterion.

Question 10

Explain why Internet recruiting benefits organizations.

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Question 11

Identify the best known devices a supervisor can use to reduce,accept and reject errors in the selection process.

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Question 12

The interview,along with the application form,is an almost universal selection device.

Accepted Answer

The statement claims that the interview, along with the application form, is almost universally used for selection, which suggests that it is true.

Question 13

Employee training involves improving all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

Employee training is meant to improve employees' attitudes, knowledge, behavior, and skills. It does not refer to changes in their work hours.

Question 14

The popular practice of relying on current employee referrals as a source of new job applicants tends to result in candidates who ________.

Accepted Answer

Current employee referrals tend to result in candidates who have similar characteristics to current employees because employees tend to refer people they know, who are likely to have similar backgrounds and skills.

Question 15

The law prohibits supervisors from using any selection device that cannot be shown to be directly related to successful job performance.

Accepted Answer

This statement accurately reflects the requirement of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) under federal law. Selection devices, such as tests or assessments, must be job-related and demonstrate a connection to successful job performance in order to be considered lawful.

Question 16

Accept errors have obvious costs to supervisors and their organizations,including which of the following?

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Question 17

A job interview that provides both positive and negative information about the job and the company is called a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

A realistic job preview provides candidates with both positive and negative information about the job and the company, allowing them to make an informed decision about whether they want to pursue the opportunity. This approach has been shown to improve job satisfaction and reduce turnover rates, as candidates have a clearer understanding of what to expect in the position.

Question 18

The majority of studies find that employee referrals produce the best candidates.

Accepted Answer

According to various studies, employee referrals are considered to produce the best candidates. Referrals have a higher retention rate, shorter time-to-hire, and better performance than candidates from other sources.

Question 19

Interviews can be reliable and valid selection tools as long as they are ________.

Accepted Answer

Unbiased interviews, where the interviewer avoids letting their personal biases or prejudices influence their evaluation of the candidate, are the most reliable and valid selection tools. Length of the interview, its degree of structure, or the level of relaxation are not necessarily indicative of its reliability or validity.

Question 20

The majority of studies have found that advertisements produce the best candidates.

Accepted Answer

Most studies indicate that while advertisements can attract a wide pool of candidates, they do not necessarily produce the best candidates compared to methods like networking, referrals, and direct sourcing which often lead to higher quality hires.

Quiz 5: Staffing and Recruiting