Question 1

________ involves examining human resources for qualities relevant to performing available jobs.

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Question 2

Discuss the need for recruiters to know their source of human resources.

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Question 3

Which one of the following statements best describes the overall purpose of affirmative action?

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Affirmative Action is designed to eliminate barriers and increase opportunities for disadvantaged groups, thereby increasing their representation in areas where they have been historically underrepresented or faced discrimination.

Question 4

Two tools often used in the selection process are ________.

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Testing and assessment centers are commonly used tools in the selection process to evaluate the skills, abilities, and personality traits of candidates to ensure they are a good fit for the job and the organization.

Question 5

As Michael prepares to hire a replacement tool cutter for his production unit,he realizes the best way to be prepared to begin the hiring process is to have a ________ in front of him.

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A job description/job specification provides a detailed outline of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, and skills for a position, which is essential for beginning the hiring process effectively.

Question 6

Which one of the following statements best defines the phrase "appropriate human resources"?

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Appropriate human resources refer to individuals whose skills, efforts, and contributions align with and support the achievement of the company's objectives and goals.

Question 7

Recruitment is the process of developing qualities in human resources that will enable them to be more productive and thus contribute more to organizational goal attainment.

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Recruitment is the process of finding and attracting capable applicants for employment. The process begins when new recruits are sought and ends when their applications are submitted. The result is a pool of applicants from which new employees are selected. It does not involve developing qualities in human resources but rather identifying and hiring individuals who already possess the necessary qualities.

Question 8

Companies who primarily hire and promote using ________ recruitment tend to have a higher morale and level of job satisfaction than companies who hire and promote primarily using ________ recruitment.

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Internal recruitment often leads to higher morale and job satisfaction as it provides current employees with opportunities for advancement, recognition, and rewards within the company, fostering a positive work environment and loyalty.

Question 9

The management inventory card,the position replacement form,and the management manpower replacement chart are three separate recordkeeping devices for a human resource inventory.

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These are indeed three separate recordkeeping devices used in human resource management to track various aspects of employee data, positions, and replacement needs within an organization.

Question 10

Describe the sources of human resources inside an organization.

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Question 11

A forestry services firm tested Gerald on his emotional quotient which included questions evaluating his honesty and other personal traits.Gerald just took a(n)________.

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A personality test assesses personal traits, including honesty and emotional quotient, unlike the other options which focus on skills, knowledge, or vocational interests.

Question 12

What are the various sources of human resources available to recruiters outside an organization?

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Question 13

Which one of the following statements best defines measurements gained from the use of aptitude tests?

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Aptitude tests are designed to assess the potential or capability of an individual to perform a task, rather than their current skill level or knowledge. These tests predict future performance in a specific area by evaluating cognitive abilities, problem-solving skills, and the capacity to learn and apply new information.

Question 14

Tests that measure the level of skill or knowledge an individual possesses in a certain area are called ________.

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Achievement tests are designed to assess what a person has learned or the level of skill or knowledge they have attained in a specific area.

Question 15

Write a short essay on the process of recruitment.

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Question 16

In the area of equal employment opportunity,the basic purpose of positive movement is to eliminate barriers and increase opportunities for the purpose of increasing the utilization of underutilized and/or disadvantaged individuals.

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Positive movement in equal employment opportunity aims to remove obstacles and enhance opportunities for underutilized or disadvantaged groups, thereby promoting a more inclusive and diverse workforce.

Question 17

Which one of the following processes involves choosing an individual to hire from all those who have been screened from the prospective human resources available to fill a position?

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Selection is the process of choosing the most suitable candidate from those who have been screened during the recruitment process to fill a job position within an organization.

Question 18

Explain the purpose and value of a human resource inventory? What are the different human resource inventory records maintained by an organization?

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Question 19

Private employment agencies collect a fee from either the person hired or the organization doing the hiring,once the hire has been finalized.

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Private employment agencies typically charge a fee for their services, which can be paid by either the employer or the job seeker, depending on the terms of the agreement once a successful hire has been made.

Question 20

A job description refers to the characteristics of the individual who should be hired for the job.

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A job description outlines the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the job itself, not the characteristics of the individual to be hired.

Quiz 12: Human Resource Management