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Current Trends and Issues in Industrial-Organizational Psychology

Description: Current Trends and Issues in Industrial-Organizational Psychology
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Which of the following is NOT a current trend in Industrial-Organizational Psychology?

  1. The increasing use of technology in the workplace

  2. The growing emphasis on diversity and inclusion

  3. The rise of remote work

  4. The decline of unions


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The decline of unions is not a current trend in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. In fact, there has been a slight increase in union membership in recent years.

What is the term for the study of how people interact with technology in the workplace?

  1. Human-computer interaction

  2. Ergonomics

  3. Job analysis

  4. Personnel selection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Human-computer interaction is the study of how people interact with technology in the workplace. It is a relatively new field that has grown rapidly in recent years as technology has become more prevalent in the workplace.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

  1. Increased creativity and innovation

  2. Improved problem-solving

  3. Reduced absenteeism and turnover

  4. Increased conflict and tension


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace can lead to increased creativity and innovation, improved problem-solving, and reduced absenteeism and turnover. It does not typically lead to increased conflict and tension.

What is the term for the process of identifying the skills and knowledge required for a particular job?

  1. Job analysis

  2. Personnel selection

  3. Performance appraisal

  4. Training and development


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Job analysis is the process of identifying the skills and knowledge required for a particular job. It is a critical step in the process of personnel selection, performance appraisal, and training and development.

Which of the following is NOT a method of personnel selection?

  1. Interviews

  2. Personality tests

  3. Cognitive ability tests

  4. Background checks


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Background checks are not a method of personnel selection. They are typically conducted after a candidate has been selected for a job.

What is the term for the process of evaluating an employee's performance?

  1. Performance appraisal

  2. Job analysis

  3. Personnel selection

  4. Training and development


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Performance appraisal is the process of evaluating an employee's performance. It is typically conducted annually or semi-annually.

Which of the following is NOT a type of training?

  1. On-the-job training

  2. Off-the-job training

  3. Classroom training

  4. Mentoring


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mentoring is not a type of training. It is a form of career development in which a more experienced employee provides guidance and support to a less experienced employee.

What is the term for the process of helping employees to develop their skills and knowledge?

  1. Training and development

  2. Performance appraisal

  3. Job analysis

  4. Personnel selection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Training and development is the process of helping employees to develop their skills and knowledge. It can be conducted on the job, off the job, or in the classroom.

Which of the following is NOT a current issue in Industrial-Organizational Psychology?

  1. The impact of technology on the workplace

  2. The changing nature of work

  3. The rise of the gig economy

  4. The decline of unions


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The decline of unions is not a current issue in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. In fact, there has been a slight increase in union membership in recent years.

What is the term for the study of how people interact with their work environment?

  1. Ergonomics

  2. Human-computer interaction

  3. Job analysis

  4. Personnel selection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ergonomics is the study of how people interact with their work environment. It is a relatively new field that has grown rapidly in recent years as technology has become more prevalent in the workplace.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of remote work?

  1. Increased flexibility and autonomy

  2. Reduced commuting time and costs

  3. Improved work-life balance

  4. Increased isolation and loneliness


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Remote work can lead to increased flexibility and autonomy, reduced commuting time and costs, and improved work-life balance. It does not typically lead to increased isolation and loneliness.

What is the term for the process of identifying the skills and knowledge required for a particular job?

  1. Job analysis

  2. Personnel selection

  3. Performance appraisal

  4. Training and development


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Job analysis is the process of identifying the skills and knowledge required for a particular job. It is a critical step in the process of personnel selection, performance appraisal, and training and development.

Which of the following is NOT a method of personnel selection?

  1. Interviews

  2. Personality tests

  3. Cognitive ability tests

  4. Background checks


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Background checks are not a method of personnel selection. They are typically conducted after a candidate has been selected for a job.

What is the term for the process of evaluating an employee's performance?

  1. Performance appraisal

  2. Job analysis

  3. Personnel selection

  4. Training and development


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Performance appraisal is the process of evaluating an employee's performance. It is typically conducted annually or semi-annually.

Which of the following is NOT a type of training?

  1. On-the-job training

  2. Off-the-job training

  3. Classroom training

  4. Mentoring


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mentoring is not a type of training. It is a form of career development in which a more experienced employee provides guidance and support to a less experienced employee.

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