QUESTION Hector and Carmela work for a firm that uses forced ranking performance reviews. They were surprised to receive low rankings and reprimands, when there seemed to be little difference in performance among their work unit. They are considering taking legal action. What law would be appropriate for their case? A) Sarbanes-Oxley Act B) Equal […]
QUESTION Bert manages operations for a large warehouse and is conducting performance appraisals. He has just told a first-year employee that she is too slow navigating the warehouse for multiple order pickups. What is the best counsel that Bert can offer this employee? A) to arrange an internship B) to find a different line of […]
QUESTION Which of the following is NOT considered an incentive under employee compensation structures? A) profit-sharing plans B) bonuses C) stock options D) commissions E) golden parachutes ANSWER Answer: E Explanation: E) Golden parachutes are considered a benefit or nonsalary compensation. These are lucrative severance payments guaranteed to key executives under prior agreement.
QUESTION Which of the following is commonly used to evaluate employees working under a management-by-objectives system? A) informal appraisals B) objective appraisals C) behavior appraisals D) trait appraisals E) self-appraisals ANSWER Answer: B Explanation: B) Objective appraisals are based on facts and often numbers related to employee performance. The numbers are often set according […]
QUESTION Paulina is discussing a compensation package with a potential new hire. The company is known for offering very generous benefits to employees, and Paulina is describing each one. Which of the following does she NOT include in her benefits discussion? A) vacation time B) retirement plan C) dental insurance D) profit sharing E) fitness […]
QUESTION Which type of performance appraisal provides less detailed but more frequent feedback? A) informal appraisals B) objective appraisals C) trait appraisals D) formal appraisals E) behavior appraisals ANSWER Answer: A Explanation: A) Informal appraisals are conducted at unscheduled times and offer less rigorous but often more frequent indications of employee performance.
QUESTION Companies conducting a selection process are at risk of legal action from unhired candidates who claim they are victims of bias. What strategy can help to lower the risk of bias? A) conducting unstructured interviews B) conducting Internet-based interviews C) conducting interviews by committee D) eliminating systematic scoring of interviews E) checking applicants’ references […]
QUESTION Which of the following is NOT considered part of the background information component of the employee selection process? A) reference checks B) resumes C) credit checks D) drug tests E) criminal history ANSWER Answer: D Explanation: D) Drug tests are not part of the standard background information procedure, which commonly precedes the interview […]
QUESTION Lee has begun interviewing for jobs. His chances of getting one are pretty solid because he is part of a group that is considered the most attractive to potential employers. Which of the following best describes Lee? A) He is a returning combat veteran. B) He is currently employed. C) He is a recent […]
QUESTION Kendra has worked for over 15 years as an emergency medical technician. She is burnt out and wants to eventually manage an upscale boutique. She recently took on two shifts working at a major department store during the holiday season. Which term best describes Kendra? A) apprentice B) intern C) personal networker D) contingent […]
