The extent to which a person's ability and personality match the requirements of a job is called:
A) person-environment fit
B) person-requirement fit
C) person-job fit
D) employee-organization fit
E) employee-environment fit

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Person-job fit refers to the degree to which a person's abilities, interests, and personality characteristics match the requirements of a job. It is important in determining employee satisfaction, performance, and turnover. Person-environment fit, employee-organization fit, and employee-environment fit are related but broader concepts that encompass the fit between an individual and their overall work context. Person-requirement fit is not a commonly used term in the field of organizational behavior.

The Extent to Which a Person's Ability and Personality Match