Question 1

The most popular form of interview is___________
A)The situational interview
B)The competency-based interview
C)The biographical interview
D)The unstructured interview

Accepted Answer

The unstructured interview is the most popular form of interview. It is a free-flowing conversation between the interviewer and the interviewee, and it allows the interviewer to ask questions that are specific to the job and the candidate.

Question 2

The interview is used as a method for determining_______________
A)The personality of the candidate.
B)The degree of fit between the applicant and the organizational culture.
C)His/her age.
D)Physical attributes.

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

MBO was first founded by: -
A)Ulrich in 1997
B)Mohram and Mohram in 1995
C)Purcell in 2001
D)Drucker in 1955

Accepted Answer

MBO (Management by Objectives) was first introduced by Peter Drucker in 1955.

Question 4

______ may be defined as sequence of separate, but related work activities providing for continuity, order and meaning in a person's life.
A)Occupation
B)Job
C)Career
D)Task

Accepted Answer

A career encompasses a series of jobs or positions a person holds over their working life, often related in a particular field or industry, providing a sense of progression and development. It is more than just a single job or task, but a sequence of related work activities that contribute to a person's professional life and identity.

Question 5

Which of the following is not a modern method of Performance appraisal?
A)360 Degree Appraisal
B)HRA
C)BARS
D)GRS

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 6

Potential of employees can be judged by: -
(i) Reviewing present performance
(ii) Analyzing personality traits
(iii) Re-looking past experience
(iv) Considering age and qualifications
(v) Explaining unused knowledge and skills of an employee
A)All of the above
B)i, ii, iii and iv
C)i, ii, iv and v
D)i, ii, iv and v.

Accepted Answer

All of the options are valid ways to judge the potential of employees.

Question 7

Job Evaluation helps in assessing
A)Number of employees to be hired
B)Relative value of various jobs
C)Performance
D)Safety

Accepted Answer

Job evaluation is a systematic process used to determine the relative value or worth of jobs within an organization. It helps in setting up a fair and equitable pay structure by comparing the demands of jobs, such as skills, responsibilities, and working conditions.

Question 8

If a single characteristic of a candidate affects the judgment of the interviewer, it is due to
A)leniency
B)projection
C)halo effect
D)stereotyping

Accepted Answer

The halo effect occurs when a single characteristic (such as attractiveness, one specific skill, or a first impression) of a person influences the overall perception of that individual, leading to a biased judgment. This can happen in interviews when an interviewer allows one positive or negative trait to overshadow all other aspects of the candidate's abilities or personality.

Question 9

Which of the following is a Quantitative method of Job Evaluation?
A)Job Comparison
B)Job Classification
C)Factor Comparison
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

Factor Comparison is a quantitative method of job evaluation that involves breaking down jobs into components or factors and then comparing these factors across various jobs to determine their relative worth.

Question 10

Value of Job, employees' contribution, and performance form the basis for
A)Demotion
B)Rewards
C)Transfer
D)Dismissal

Accepted Answer

The answer of Value of Job, employees' contribution, and performance...

Question 11

Which of the following is not a performance factor?
A)Behavior
B)Quality and quantity of work
C)Attitudes
D)Dependability

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 12

Appraisals are oriented mostly towards:
A)Salary revision
B)Performance
C)Promotion
D)Motivation

Accepted Answer

Appraisals are primarily oriented towards evaluating and improving employee performance. They serve as a systematic evaluation tool to assess and document an employee's job performance and potential for future growth and development.

Question 13

Intrinsic Rewards exclude:
A)Stock Options
B)Participation in decision making
C)More Responsibility
D)Interesting work

Accepted Answer

Intrinsic rewards are internal to the individual and are typically derived from the work itself or the outcomes of doing the work, such as satisfaction, accomplishment, and personal growth. Stock options are considered extrinsic rewards because they are external incentives provided by the employer, such as money, benefits, or other tangible rewards. Participation in decision making, more responsibility, and interesting work are examples of intrinsic rewards because they are related to the nature of the work itself and the personal satisfaction one gains from it.

Question 14

Attracting, motivating and retaining are the functions of:
A)Training
B)PA
C)T & D
D)Compensation

Accepted Answer

Attracting, motivating, and retaining employees are key functions of compensation strategies. Effective compensation plans help attract new talent, motivate current employees to perform at their best, and retain top performers by offering competitive pay and benefits.

Question 15

Remuneration includes:
A)Gifts
B)Transfers
C)Training
D)Bonus

Accepted Answer

Remuneration typically refers to the total compensation or pay that an employee receives for their services, which can include a bonus. Gifts, transfers, and training are not standard components of remuneration.

Question 16

Educating the employees and providing them orientation is termed as:
A)Introspection
B)Training
C)Retrospection
D)Induction

Accepted Answer

Induction refers to the process of educating and orienting new employees to familiarize them with the company culture, policies, and their roles.

Question 17

_____ method of HR Accounting assumes that there is no direct relation between costs incurred on an individual and his/her value to the organization at any particular point of time.
A)Asset multiplier
B)Replacement
C)Current purchasing power
D)Standard cost

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ method of HR Accounting assumes that...

Question 18

The following steps are involved in developing an HRIS: -
(i) Systems design
(ii) System testing and implementation
(iii) Preliminary system analysis
(iv) System monitoring and evaluation
(v) System engineering
A)i, ii, iii, iv and v
B)iii, i, v, ii and iv
C)iii, v, i, ii and iv
D)iii, i, ii, v and iv

Accepted Answer

The correct sequence for developing an HRIS starts with a Preliminary system analysis to understand the needs and scope, followed by Systems design where the system's architecture is outlined. System engineering then develops the system based on the design. System testing and implementation ensure the system works as intended before it goes live. Finally, System monitoring and evaluation are conducted to assess the system's performance and make necessary adjustments.

Question 19

Which of the following is an OJT method?
A)Apprenticeship training
B)Vestibule training
C)Committee assignments
D)Classroom training

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is an OJT...

Question 20

An effective HR Report is not: -
A)Subjective
B)Understandable
C)Reader-oriented
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

An effective HR report should be objective, not subjective, to ensure that it presents information and data accurately and impartially.

Quiz 25: HR Management and Interview Techniques

The most popular form of interview is___________

The interview is used as a method for determining_______________

MBO was first founded by: -

______ may be defined as sequence of separate, but related work activities providing for continuity, order and meaning in a person's life.

Which of the following is not a modern method of Performance appraisal?

Potential of employees can be judged by: - (i) Reviewing present performance (ii) Analyzing personality traits (iii) Re-looking past experience (iv) Considering age and qualifications (v) Explaining unused knowledge and skills of an employee

Job Evaluation helps in assessing

If a single characteristic of a candidate affects the judgment of the interviewer, it is due to

Which of the following is a Quantitative method of Job Evaluation?

Value of Job, employees' contribution, and performance form the basis for

Which of the following is not a performance factor?

Appraisals are oriented mostly towards:

Intrinsic Rewards exclude:

Attracting, motivating and retaining are the functions of:

Remuneration includes:

Educating the employees and providing them orientation is termed as:

_____ method of HR Accounting assumes that there is no direct relation between costs incurred on an individual and his/her value to the organization at any particular point of time.

The following steps are involved in developing an HRIS: - (i) Systems design (ii) System testing and implementation (iii) Preliminary system analysis (iv) System monitoring and evaluation (v) System engineering

Which of the following is an OJT method?

An effective HR Report is not: -