QUESTION What process is used to help new employees fit into a job and an organization? A) shadowing B) networking C) development D) orientation E) mentoring ANSWER Answer: D Explanation: D) Orientation occurs during the first 30 to 90 days of a new job and is designed to help an employee be more effective.
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was amended in 1972 and again in 1991. The law prohibits discrimination in areas of employment such as hiring, pay, and promotion. Which of the following characteristics is NOT protected under the law? A) religion B) race C) sex D) national origin E) sexual orientation ANSWER Answer: […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Which employee is a good candidate for development? A) a school principal with 18 years of experience B) an assembly line worker with two years of experience C) a dental hygienist who recently completed school D) a computer help desk employee with 12 years’ experience E) a printing press mechanic with six months’ experience […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Internships can be useful in helping people to get hired in their chosen field. What is a disadvantage of many internships? A) Hiring managers don’t place a high value on them. B) Technical training programs are often more beneficial. C) They generally lead to contingent positions only. D) It is difficult to find a […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Darnell recently graduated from technical high school, where he focused on welding. He just started a new job and is working with a welder who has almost 20 years of experience. Darnell is happy to learn from his practical knowledge and perspective. Which term best describes Darnell? A) protégé B) intern C) shadow D) […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Nan has entered the job market after years spent raising her children. She has heard that many people get hired through the “hidden” job market, using informal strategies to present themselves and make connections. Nan is eager to try this. Which of the following would NOT be part of her approach? A) Facebook and […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION In at-will employment, complete discretion over a worker’s status resides with the employer. Indicate whether the statement is true or false. ANSWER Answer: FALSE Explanation: At-will employment is a legal doctrine in which the employer is free to dismiss any employee for any reason or for no reason and the employee is equally […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Which of the following is NOT a core function of staffing an organization? A) recruiting candidates B) retaining employees C) hiring employees D) terminating employees E) motivating employees ANSWER Answer: D Explanation: D) Staffing is defined as the recruitment, hiring, motivating, and retention of valuable employees.
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Nonwage and nonsalary forms of compensation paid to employees by an organization are called incentives. Indicate whether the statement is true or false. ANSWER Answer: FALSE Explanation: Nonwage and nonsalary compensation are benefits, fringe benefits, or perquisites (“perqs”).
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Carmen has been employed at a food processing plant for over 35 years. She loves the work and the people, so the company’s policy forcing her to retire when she turns 60 next year makes her sad. Recently, however, a friend said she is protected by law and can’t be forced to retire. What […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
