Chapter 12 quiz

Sam, a human resources manager, wants to let potential candidates know about the minimum qualifications that they should possess in order to successfully perform the jobs they have applied for. What should he do?

He should create a job specification.

Which one of the following is true of written tests as a selection tool

They are relatively good predictors for supervisory positions.

Tim is a candidate for an automotive mechanic's position. He is asked to deconstruct and reconstruct part of an engine motor to demonstrate his skill. This is an example of a(n)

performance-simulation test

A _______ includes both positive and negative aspects about the job and the company

realistic job preview

Errors made by eliminating candidates who would have performed successfully on the job are known as ________.

reject errors

A _____ selection device is characterized by a proven relationship between the selection device and some relevant job selection criterion

valid

Labor unions use_______ to protect the rights of their members.

Collective Bargaining

The process by which managers ensure that they have the right number and kinds of capable people in the right places and at the right times is known as ______

human resource planning

The first three activities of the human resource management process involve ________.

identifying and selecting competent employees

Roberta has been asked to complete a questionnaire about her job duties and the qualifications she believes a candidate for her position should have. Roberta is participating in a ________.

job analysis