Question 1

In conducting a Functional Job Analysis for the position of police officer, the task "places suspect in handcuffs" is linked to a requirement for the use of physical resources such as strength, speed, and coordination. All of these are related to the _____ dimension.

Accepted Answer

The "things" dimension includes physical resources such as tools, equipment, and materials needed to perform tasks. Handcuffs are a physical resource involved in the task of "placing a suspect in handcuffs," which is linked to the "things" dimension. Strength, speed, and coordination are physical attributes necessary to use these physical resources effectively, hence they are also related to the "things" dimension.

Question 2

Karl is interested in conducting a job analysis that will provide very specific information about what tasks a particular job will involve. Karl should use:

Accepted Answer

Task-oriented techniques focus on identifying specific tasks and activities involved in a particular job. This would be the best choice for Karl if he is interested in obtaining very specific information about the tasks involved in a particular job. Worker-oriented techniques, on the other hand, focus on the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for a job, while the common-metric method and PAQ are broad-based job analysis methods that may not provide the level of detail that Karl is looking for.

Question 3

Which of these is a criticism of the task-oriented approach to job analysis?

Accepted Answer

The task-oriented approach is criticized for being too narrowly focused on the specific tasks of a job, without considering the larger context or broader responsibilities that may also be important for success in the role. By prioritizing individual tasks over other factors, the approach may miss out on important aspects of the job that could be relevant for training, performance evaluation, and other HR functions.

Question 4

The _____ was developed by the Department of Labor using the Functional Job Analysis method.

Accepted Answer

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) was developed by the Department of Labor using the Functional Job Analysis method. The DOT contains detailed information on approximately 13,000 job titles, including the tasks, knowledge, and abilities required for each occupation.

Question 5

Brian is interested in conducting a job analysis in order to compare different jobs with respect to their reliance on incumbents' talents and abilities. Brian should:

Accepted Answer

Worker-oriented techniques focus on the attributes and talents required by the job incumbents, making them suitable for comparing jobs based on the reliance on incumbents' talents and abilities.

Question 6

The best-known job analysis method is the:

Accepted Answer

The Position Analysis Questionnaire (PAQ) is the best-known job analysis method. It is a standardized questionnaire that assesses job characteristics and worker attributes related to tasks, behaviors, and required knowledge, skills, and abilities. The PAQ uses a structured format for collecting information on various aspects of a job, such as physical demands, communication skills, and decision-making requirements. This information can be used to evaluate job performance, design training programs, and develop job descriptions.

Question 7

In the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT), the "may" items:

Accepted Answer

The "may" items in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) indicate tasks that can be done by this position but are not typically considered part of the job.

Question 8

In a Functional Job Analysis, the category "data" is defined as the extent to which the:

Accepted Answer

The category of "data" in a Functional Job Analysis refers to the extent to which a job requires an employee to work with information, ideas, and facts, including the ability to organize and analyze data. This encompasses tasks such as researching, analyzing numbers, and organizing information, and does not necessarily involve physical tasks or typing quickly.

Question 9

In a Functional Job Analysis, tasks are rated on three factors:

Accepted Answer

Functional Job Analysis rates tasks based on their interaction with people, data, and things, focusing on the nature of these interactions in the job.

Question 10

In a Functional Job Analysis, the category "people" is defined as the extent to which the:

Accepted Answer

The category "people" in a Functional Job Analysis (FJA) measures the extent to which a job requires employees to use interpersonal resources. This includes tasks such as interacting with clients, coworkers, or supervisors, providing customer service, resolving conflicts, and mentoring or coaching others on the job. The other categories in FJA include data, things, and reasoning.

Question 11

In a Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) entry, the BEST simple description of the job can be found in the:

Accepted Answer

The lead statement provides the most concise and straightforward description of the job title and its primary duties.

Question 12

Of these job analysis techniques, which one is aimed at directly at connecting job analysis to the selection context by identifying the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (KSAOs) necessary for successful performance?

Accepted Answer

The Job Element Method is aimed at connecting job analysis to the selection context by identifying the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (KSAOs) necessary for successful performance. The other techniques listed may gather information about the job but may not have a direct connection to selection or KSAOs.

Question 13

Which of these is a class of information in the O*NET Content Model?

Accepted Answer

The O*NET Content Model includes occupational requirements, which refers to the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other qualities that are necessary for successful job performance.  A, B, and D are not classes of information included in the O*NET Content Model.

Question 14

In a Functional Job Analysis, tasks are rated on three factors: people, data, and:

Accepted Answer

In a Functional Job Analysis, tasks are rated on three factors: people, data, and things. "Things" refer to the materials, tools, and equipment used to perform the task. Therefore, option B is correct.

Question 15

Fred is planning to conduct a job analysis of bus drivers and decides to survey incumbents to gather information about the job. This means he will be surveying:

Accepted Answer

Incumbents are current jobholders, so surveying current bus drivers would provide the most accurate information about the job of bus driving. Surveying customers or supervisors may provide some insights, but their perspectives may not be as detailed and nuanced as those of the actual bus drivers. While I/O psychologists may have expertise on job analysis, they are not the best source of information about the specific job of bus driving.

Question 16

In the Task Inventory Approach to job analysis, task statements may be generated by:

Accepted Answer

Task statements in the Task Inventory Approach can be generated by anyone with knowledge of the job, including supervisors, incumbents, and I/O psychologists. The goal is to gather a wide range of perspectives on the job tasks and ensure accuracy and completeness in the analysis. New employees, retirees, or CEOs of another company may not have the necessary knowledge or experience to generate accurate task statements.

Question 17

The O*NET is an example of a _____, while the Position Analysis Questionnaire (PAQ) is an example of a _____.

Accepted Answer

O*NET is a worker-oriented approach because it focuses on the skills, abilities, and interests of a worker. In contrast, the PAQ is a task-oriented approach because it breaks down job tasks into measurable components. Therefore, the best choice is D, which correctly matches the O*NET as a worker-oriented approach and the PAQ as a task-oriented approach.

Question 18

In an effort to make job analysis easier, researchers have put job descriptions on the Internet. The name of this database of job descriptions is known as:

Accepted Answer

The database of job descriptions on the Internet is known as the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). The other options, including PAQ, CMQ, and JEM-NET, are not specific databases of job descriptions.

Question 19

In conducting a Functional Job Analysis for the position of personal trainer, the task "encourages client to meet his or her training goals" is linked to a requirement for the use of courtesy and understanding. Both of these are related to the _____ dimension.

Accepted Answer

The task of "encouraging clients to meet their training goals" requires skills related to working with people, specifically the ability to use courtesy and understanding. Therefore, this task is linked to the people dimension of the Functional Job Analysis.

Question 20

Which of these is information provided by the O*NET?

Accepted Answer

O*NET provides information on worker characteristics such as skills, abilities, and interests required for different occupations.

Quiz 3: Job Analysis