Started on Thursday, 25 July 2024, 12:28 PM
State Finished
Completed on Thursday, 25 July 2024, 12:36 PM
Time taken 7 mins 45 secs
Marks 15.00/15.00
Grade 100.00 out of 100.00
Question 1
Correct
Mark 1.00 out of 1.00
One of the biggest priorities for an airline is to identify and eliminate human factors.
This means that pilots undergo strict screening when applying for positions. Which
one of the following is done during psychological testing?
Select one:
a. Applicant’s personality is measured.
b. Medical tests are performed.
c. Information that was not highlighted in other tests is obtained.
d. The rate with which the applicant progressed is measured.
The correct answer is: Applicant’s personality is measured.
Question 2
Correct
Mark 1.00 out of 1.00
Which one of the following is also known as a performance appraisal?
Select one:
a. Performance review
b. Employee appraisal
c. Employee values
d. Performance rating
A newly employed engineer receives the following bene ts: 25 days-vacation leave
per year, a loan subsidy for buying a house and a free car. What type of bene ts are
these?
Select one:
a. Direct bene ts
b. Rewards
c. Fringe bene ts
d. Insurance bene ts
The correct answer is: Fringe bene ts
Question 4
Correct
Mark 1.00 out of 1.00
Feedback should be given as part of performance appraisals. On which one of the
following should the appraiser focus when feedback is being given?
Select one:
a. Real-life situations should be given as examples of desirable behaviour.
b. Feedback should focus on behaviour, not on the person.
c. Feedback should be given on both controllable and uncontrollable
behaviour.
d. As much feedback as possible should be given, even if the employee
cannot process it all.
The correct answer is: Feedback should focus on behaviour, not on the person.
Question 5
Correct
Mark 1.00 out of 1.00
By appointing an existing staff member, Lots of Computers would gain which one of
the following advantages?
Select one:
a. Career planning becomes possible.
b. An active effort is made to obtain the right person for the job.
c. The opportunity is created to bring in new ideas.
d. Personal competition is increased which leads to better cooperation.
The correct answer is: Career planning becomes possible.
In the area of recruitment and selection at Derby Departmental Stores, mention was
made of the fact that when recruiting for lower-level and entry-level jobs, HR used
the local private recruitment agency closest to the Derby store, and these agencies
were under strict orders to recruit people within a radius of 50 kilometres from the
store in question. It is evident that Derby Departmental Stores has a clearly de ned
policy when it comes to the recruitment of lower-level and entry-level jobs. The
express purpose of recruiting is to _____________________ .
Select one:
a. forecast the expected growth or shrinkage of the business in view of
probable economic developments
b. ensure that a su cient number of applicants apply for the various jobs
in the business as and when required
c. determine if there are su cient opportunities in the labour market
d. make provision for active recruiting campaigns where the need for
intensive training programmes is emphasised
The correct answer is: ensure that a su cient number of applicants apply for the
various jobs in the business as and when required
Question 7
Correct
Mark 1.00 out of 1.00
According to which method are jobs compared according to the demands they
make on the employee?
Select one:
a. Internal comparison
b. Factor-comparison
c. Job evaluations
d. External comparison
Most modern approaches to work motivation are based on process theories. In this
regard, intention plays a key role in motivated behaviour. Which one of the following
options is the most common form of intention in the work place?
Select one:
a. Goals
b. Results
c. Fairness
d. Success
The correct answer is: Goals
Question 9
Correct
Mark 1.00 out of 1.00
Catherine is the human resource manager at Sparta Training Academy. She is an
avid believer in Alderfer’s ERG theory when it comes to explaining employee
motivation. According to Alderfer, __________ needs concern a person’s desire for
interpersonal relationships and interaction.
Select one:
a. existence
b. relatedness
c. growth
d. The above is not one of the needs as de ned by Alderfer
The correct answer is: relatedness
Question 10
Correct
Mark 1.00 out of 1.00
Catherine is the human resource manager at Sparta Training Academy. She is
compiling a document which details the knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to
one of the positions opening up in the academy. With which component of human
resource planning is Catherine busy?
Select one:
a. Job description
b. Job speci cation
c. Job analysis
d. Job development
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through EFT, credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying this summary from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller SmartTutors. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy this summary for R50,00. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
