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General HR QUIZ -Part III
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Question 1 |
Which structure an organization would choose if it wants to maximize the speed and flexibility with which it is able to operate
A | Functional |
B | Seamless |
C | Matrix |
D | Geographic |
Question 1 Explanation:
A seamless organization maximizes the speed and flexibility of its operations by removing barriers found in traditional structures. The cross-functional work teams that are part of a seamless organization are able to solve problems more rapidly because information is shared readily and decision-making authority is distributed to different levels in the organization
Question 2 |
Which of the following is an appropriate use for an HR audit?
A | To determine which employees no longer have the skills needed by the organization. |
B | To determine the employee productivity and turnover rates |
C | To determine whether the employee handbook is in compliance with current government regulations |
D | To determine the timeline for changes that are necessary in the HR department |
Question 2 Explanation:
An HR audit examines HR policies and procedures for compliance and to determine whether or not the department is successfully meeting the organization needs
Question 3 |
Leadership and management styles, shared values and beliefs, and how the members of an organization behave is known as:
A | Organization climate |
B | Organization culture |
C | Organization development |
D | Total Quality Management |
Question 3 Explanation:
The culture of an organization is based on shared values and beliefs and the way in which members of the organization behave. In addition, the culture is affected by the style of its leaders and managers
Question 4 |
The best quality tool to use for gathering information about a specific problem is:
A | A Pareto chart |
B | An Ishikawa diagram |
C | A stratification chart |
D | A histogram |
Question 4 Explanation:
An Ishikawa diagram is an effective tool for organizing information about a problem when brainstorming with a group. The other tools are useful in analyzing data about production problems
Question 5 |
Which of the following factors can adversely affect transfer of training?
A | The trainer’s expertise |
B | A lack of job reinforcement |
C | The subject of the training |
D | None of the above |
Question 5 Explanation:
A lack of job reinforcement can adversely affect transfer of training. Other adverse impacts are the result of interference from the immediate work environment and a nonsupportive organizational climate. The other choices may affect learning but would have little or no effect on transfer of training
Question 6 |
Which performance appraisal method would be used most effectively in a large, geographically dispersed organization with many similar jobs?
A | critical incident |
B | forced ranking |
C | behaviorally anchored rating system |
D | field review |
Question 6 Explanation:
The BARS system is used most effectively in organizations with a number of jobs with similar duties. Because it is expensive and time-consuming to implement, an organization must have enough resources available to develop the program
Question 7 |
Which of the following injuries or illnesses is considered work-related?
A | A. An employee has twisted an ankle at an aerobics class the company sponsored |
B | An employee fell while taking a shower at work. |
C | An employee is hit by a car in the parking lot while walking into the building |
D | An employee disregards the safety procedures and is cut by a table saw |
Question 7 Explanation:
An employee disregards the safety procedures and is cut by a table saw this his non compliance to safety measure but still it comes in injuries related to work.
Question 8 |
The most common reason for the failure of organizational change initiatives is that
A | The strategic plan was not communicated to employees |
B | Organization leaders did not support the change |
C | There was no training system in place |
D | Employees were not prepared for the change |
Question 8 Explanation:
The most common reason for the failure of organizational change initiatives is that most of the time employees were not prepared for the change
Question 9 |
A statement that describes what an organization does that is different from others is a
A | Value statement |
B | Corporate goal |
C | Vision statement |
D | Mission statement |
Question 9 Explanation:
The mission statement describes who the organization is, what it does, where it is going, and how it is different from others
Question 10 |
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs does not include the following need
A | Social |
B | Safety |
C | Growth |
D | Self-actualization |
Question 10 Explanation:
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is a theory developed to explain what motivates workers. The levels are physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization. Growth is a need level identified by Alderfer in the ERG theory, which is based on Maslow’s work
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Loved the quiz. Well conceived. Maybe it could be a little more practical oriented.Thanks
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I missed one question (# 3 – I chose Organization Culture). The correct answer was Organization Climate — but the justification for that answer defines “culture” throughout the explanation. I’m confused.