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Meaning, importance, methods and procedure of selection - class-XI

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_______ tests are conducted to measure the candidate's ability to apply particular skills.

  1. Aptitude

  2. Depth

  3. Trade

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A

Which of the following is included in the selection process?

  1. Initial screening interview

  2. Package

  3. Band

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A

The object of manpower selection is ________.

  1. to ascertain the type of person required

  2. to secure an appropriate candidate for filling that position

  3. both (A) and (B)

  4. either (A) or (B)


Correct Option: C

Which one of the following is not true about a job interview?

  1. In a job interview, one needs to study about the job, the company and industry

  2. Memorise and rehearse the answers to the probable questions in the interview

  3. Reach at the interview venue about 10-15 minutes early

  4. Bring an extra copy of resume at the time of interview.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:
A job interview, is a type of employment test that involves a conversation between job applicants. and representative of the employing organization.

_______ is the process by which candidates for employment are distinguished between those who are suitable and those who are not. 

  1. Manpower planning

  2. Selection

  3. Recruitment

  4. Induction


Correct Option: B

In most of the organization, the selection program me begins with preliminary ___________.

  1. interview

  2. screening

  3. placement

  4. interview or Screening


Correct Option: D

Which of the following are designed so as to identity the candidates patterns of interest i.e., areas in which he shows special lickings, fascination and involvement?

  1. Interest tests

  2. Performance tests

  3. Aptitude tests

  4. Personality tests


Correct Option: A

Only in the following conditions the applicant is rejected

  1. If found unsuitable in interviews

  2. If found unsuitable in reference

  3. If found unsuitable in checking

  4. If found unsuitable in medical


Correct Option: D

______ Goes a long way towards building up an available workplace.

  1. Recruitment

  2. Selection

  3. Planning

  4. Organizing


Correct Option: B

Job description is a _______.

  1. written statement

  2. non-written statement

  3. oral statement

  4. any of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Job description is an important document which is basically descriptive in nature and contains a statement of job analysis. It gives information about the scope job activities, major responsibilities and positioning of the job in the organisation. It can act as a basic document used in developing performance standards.

Which of the following is known as forced choice method?

  1. Checklist method

  2. Forced distribution method

  3. Employee Ranking

  4. Graphic Rating Scales


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Checklist method is known as the forced choice method because in this method rarer has to make a forced choice between the available characteristics of the employees under different pre-set categories of performances.

The performance is judged in terms of costs and contribution of employees under ______.

  1. behavioural anchored rating scales

  2. human resource accounting method

  3. MBO

  4. assessment centers


Correct Option: B

Frederick Herzberg and his associates interviewed _________.

  1. 50 engineers

  2. 100 engineers

  3. 200 engineers

  4. 500 engineers


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Frederick Herzberg and his associates interviewed 200 engineers and accountants employed by firms in and around Western Pennsylvania. He asked these people to describe two important incidents at their jobs. First is when they feel particularly good and the second one is when they feel exceptionally bad about their job.

Which of the following methods is used in government organizations to appraise the employees?

  1. Ranking method

  2. Grading method

  3. Paired comparison method

  4. Confidential report


Correct Option: D

________ is the process of choosing the most suitable persons from all the applicants.

  1. Induction

  2. Selecting

  3. Placement

  4. Recruitment


Correct Option: B

The process of narrowing a large number of candidates to a smaller field is called ______.

  1. rushing

  2. recruitment

  3. selection

  4. enrollment


Correct Option: C

Which of the following is not included merit rating?

  1. Efficiency Rating

  2. Service Rating

  3. Job Rating

  4. Experience Rating


Correct Option: C

_____is done to verify whether the candidate possesses the required qualification and eligibility criterion.

  1. Recruitment

  2. Appointment

  3. Screening

  4. Selection


Correct Option: C

The extent to which an employment selection test provides consistent results is known as ________.

  1. Reliability

  2. Dependability

  3. Consistency

  4. Trustworthiness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reliability in controlling refers as to the extent to which an employment in his employment selection test provides consistent results so that there is uniformity in the performance of the employee and less chances of deviations. 

Which of the following are true or false?
a. Selection of candidates begins where their recruitment ends
b. Selection involves a careful screening and testing of candidates.

  1. Both (a) and (b) are true

  2. (a) is true but (b) is false

  3. (a) is false but (b) is true

  4. Both (a) and (b) are false


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In recruitment the candidates are searched for employment and stimulated to apply for jobs in the organisation. In selection, steps are taken in which the candidates are screened for choosing the most suitable candidate for the job. Selection thus starts after recruitment i.e., the candidates searches in recruitment process are tested and shortlisted in the selection process. In selection a number of tests and interviews are conducted to know the skills and ability of the candidates and their suitability for the job. 

What does selection mean?

  1. Making a choice by preference

  2. To apply fresh supplies

  3. Restoring and replenishing

  4. Discovering applicants for the future jobs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Selection is a part of the recruitment process of filling vacant job position. Selection is the process of shortlisting or choosing the suitable candidates from the applications and rejecting others which are not up to the mark. This process is considered as a negative process as it involves eliminating maximum of the applications and selecting the best from them.

The job description includes ________.

  1. what the workers does in a particular job

  2. duties and responsibilities of the workers

  3. location of work and equipment used

  4. all of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Job description is the document which specifies the kind of work to be performed, responsibilities, and other duties, location of the work, etc. This is specified before hand to receive the application of people who are ready to do the job and are of the qualification. This reduces the amount of unnecessary applications, which takes a lot of time and effort of the employer to shortlist suitable candidates.

What does intelligence tests measure?

  1. The aptitude of applicants

  2. The mental capacity of a person

  3. The preferences of an applicant for occupation of different kinds

  4. The individuals capacity to use his fingers and hands in industrial work


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Intelligence tests are conducted to measure the mental capacity of the person. In this different situations are provided to the candidates and they have to use their intelligence to know the right way or solution to the problem. It is a norm reference based test, the results or answers of the candidates are compared with the most likely solution. 

Aptitude is measured with the help of aptitude test,  and the capacity of individual in industrial work is assessed through trade test.

The first screening device utilised in the personnel department is _________.

  1. the application blank

  2. requisition

  3. preliminary interview

  4. trade tests


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Preliminary interview is the first screening device utilised in personnel department for the selection process.  This is a basic test conducted to check the confidence and personality of the candidates. This interview does not require any expert or higher officials as it is not related to any work. The questions asked in these interview are basic questions about school, college, hobbies, etc, to check the confidence and spoken English as well. Candidates qualifying this interview are passed on for the work based tests and interviews.

Which of the following is not a selection procedure stage?

  1. Receipt and scrutiny of applications

  2. Preliminary interview

  3. Promotion

  4. Tests


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Selection process involves all the activities performed after receiving the applications till the position is filled. It involves a series of steps to be performed including scrutiny of applications, interview, tests,etc.

Promotion on the other hand is a type of internal source of recruitment in which the vacant position is filled by someone from the organisation itself.

What does aptitude tests measure?

  1. The aptitude of applicants which is their capacity to learn the skills required on a particular job

  2. The mental capacity of a person

  3. The individuals capacity to use his finger and hands in industrial work

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aptitude test is conducted to test the ability or knowledge of an individual regarding performing or completing any task without any training provided. It is related to the kind of job offered and also tests the capacity to learn the skills for the job .

Mental capacity is measured through IQ test, capacity to use hand and fingers inn industrial work is tested through dexterity test.

Which of the following is not a psychological tests?

  1. Medical test

  2. Intelligence test

  3. Aptitude test

  4. Personality test


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Psychological tests is conducted to know the behaviour of the candidate with the standard measure of sample of behaviour. It includes aptitude tests, personality test, intelligence tests, etc to examine the overall behaviour of the candidate and the actions and reactions during any situation. 

Medical test is conducted to check the fitness of the candidate and to know if he suffers from any chronic disease which was not mentioned by him and can cause emergency during work in future. It is conducted before job is offered, after all the tests have been passed by the candidate.

In case of jobs which involve technical work _______is required.

  1. psychological test

  2. trade test

  3. medical test

  4. interview


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Selection process includes a series of interviews and tests to examine the candidates in every possible way.  Whenever there is a technical work, trade test is conducted to know the existing skill with the candidate to perform the job  efficiently. 

Psychological test is related to basic human behavior and nature. Medical test is conducted to check the fitness of the candidate and if he is suffering from any chronic disease. Interview is a verbal test to check the personality of the candidates.

Which is very useful for the checking of personnel details of the candidates?

  1. Psychological test

  2. Trade tests

  3. References

  4. Preliminary interview


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The personal details of a candidate can be best known from an unbiased third person who knows the candidate, because the candidate may hide information of concern from the employer. References are provided by the candidates in their CV as a guarantee for the declaration of correct facts.

No tests given by the candidate can prove the authenticity of the personal details unless known from a third person. 

Proficiency tests are also called as ________.

  1. trade tests

  2. performance test

  3. achievement test

  4. all of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Proficiency tests are conducted to judge the skills and knowledge the candidate possesses at present. The abilities claimed the applicants is tested through these tests. It is also known as trade test, performance test, achievement test as it tests the ability of the candidate to perform any task without any prior training. It tests the knowledge acquired by the candidates before applying for the job.

A Committee of interviewers puts questions to the candidates is ________.

  1. panel interview

  2. group interview

  3. in-depth interview

  4. stress interview


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Panel interview is when a group of people conduct the interview who are experts and superior in the kind of work specified. It is conducted mostly for supervisor and managerial positions. The ability, knowledge and wisdom of all the panelists is summed up to assess and question the candidates.

In group interview, a group of candidates is interviewed together to save the time of executives and to know the ability of the candidates to work in groups. In-depth interview analyses the complete knowledge of the candidates regarding his studies, training, hobbies, interests,etc. Stress interview checks the reaction of candidates in situations of stress and strain. 

What is a face-to-face, question-answer type interview called?

  1. Direct interview

  2. Indirect interview

  3. Patterned interview

  4. In-depth interview


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In direst interview,  candidate and the interviewer sit in front of each other and there is continuous question and answer session. In this kind of interview the interviewer judges the personality, confidence, ability to handle situations, etc. The result of this interview is compared to standardised results.

Indirect interview is more of a personal interview. In this the interviewer knows the likes, dislikes, hobbies, etc. In the traits like nature, behaviour, strenghts and weakness are looked for. 
Patterned interview is where the set of questions to be asked is already prepared.

A pattern of standard questions and answers are prepared in advance under ________.

  1. indirect interview

  2. patterned interview

  3. in-depth interview

  4. stress interview


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In patterned interview, a preset of standardised questions is chosen to e asked from the candidates. It is also known as structured interview. The result of such interview is matched and compared with the standard result. It is useful while dealing with large number of interviews.

In indirect interview the candidate has the choice and freedom to speak about anything, it is unstructured interview. In-depth interview examines the complete knowledge of the individuals regarding something. Stress interview is used to check the behaviour and action of individuals in situation of stress and strain. 

What is face-to-face observational method called?

  1. Medical examination

  2. Interview

  3. Aptitude tests

  4. Intelligence tests


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Interview is the process in which the candidates are assessed by the employers personally. It is a form of discussion between the candidate and the employer, here information passes directly from the candidate to the interviewer. This tests the confidence level, way of presenting themselves and handling questions. It also tests the knowledge and skill of the candidate regarding the job and work.

Aptitude tests and intelligence test are pen-paper tests. In medical examination, health and fitness of the candidate is checked, so that he is physically fit for the job.

The interviewee is encouraged to express himself on topics of his choice, or to contest others view points under _________.

  1. direct interview

  2. indirect interview

  3. patterned interview

  4. indepth interview


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Under indirect interview, the candidate is allowed to express himself on any topic of his choice,  his expectations, hobbies, background, etc. Such interviews  judge the likes, dislikes, nature, strength, weaknesses, etc. This interview is not related to the job or capacity of individual to perform any task. It is not a pattern based interview. 

In direct interview, there is a series of questions and answers, it is work based interview and has a pattern and the result is compared with standard results. Patterned interview is when the way of conducting the interview is specified and the questions to be asked is already decide. 
Indepth interview examines the candidate's complete background, it tests the knowledge of the candidate in every aspect.

The following are the points to be looked into at the time of interview.
I. The candidates application must be studied before the candidate is interviewed
II. The candidates should be made to feel at ease
III. Irrelevant, irritating questions must be avoided
IV. Any prejudice or a predetermination to select a particular candidate should be avoided
Select the correct option.

  1. I and II are correct

  2. III and IV are correct

  3. I, II and III are correct

  4. All are correct


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
  • In the selection process of staffing, a lot of applications may be received by the organisation, all these applications are to be studied thoroughly, examined and then few of the best applications should be shortlisted for the interview, as calling all the applicants for interview will take a lot of time and effort and will delay the work ahead. 
  • The candidates should be made to feel at ease in the interviews, because a nervous candidate though has the qualification and ability suited for the job may not prove himself properly, this will lead to loss of the firm.
  • Irrelevant and irritating questions should be avoided as the candidate may not like the questions an do not answer them properly. These questions also leads to wastage of time.
  • While conducting the interview, the interviewer should be unbiased and impartial, he should consider all the candidates as same and examine them without getting biased. Personal prejudices leads to decrease in the morale of the candidates and they may not come back for any vacancies again.

At the end of the interview, the interviewer should fill up his _______.

  1. evaluation form

  2. application form

  3. appointment form

  4. joining report


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Evaluation form is the score card in which the interviewer records the performance of all the applicants for future reference. These forms are used by the HR for selecting the best candidate with reference to the interviewer's feedback. 


A number of candidates, are interviewed simultaneously under _________.

  1. board interview method

  2. panel interview method

  3. group interview method

  4. in-depth interview


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In a group interview, a number of candidates are interviewed together. This saves the time of the executives in conducting interviews. It also shows the work of candidates in a group. 

  • Board interview is when the board of directors take the interview for higher positions in the organisation i.e., position in top level management. 
  • In panel interview a group of panelists are present to assess the candidates with the wisdom and knowledge of all of them.
  • In-depth interview is related to checking the complete knowledge of the candidate regarding a subject matter.

The greatest quality of a good interviewer is ________.

  1. the art of listening

  2. the art of criticizing

  3. the art of dominating

  4. none of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The greatest quality of the  interviewer is the art of listening, the interviewer should be a good listener. He should allow the person sitting in front of him to speak and complete his answer and not interrupt midway. Interruptions break the concentration of the candidate and he may not be able to explain himself properly. The interviewer has to record feedback about the performance of the candidate for further examination. On the basis of this feedback the decision for hiring is taken the HR, is the interviewer  does not listens to the candidate, the feedback would not be helpful.

What are the qualities of a good interview?

  1. Alertness and patience

  2. Deliberation and concentration

  3. Both (A) and (B)

  4. Manner and appearances


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

There are several qualities required in a good interview. The interviewer as well as the candidate should be alert and patient. The interviewer should be alert about the candidates responses and make note of them, while the candidate should be alert about every questions asked or any fact told by the interviewer. They should be patient towards each others responses, the candidate should not be annoyed by the interviewer's repeated questions. 

They should listen to each others answers and understand them with full concentration, and the responses should be considered thoughtfully.
Manners and appearance do not really matter a lot aprt from patience, politeness and modesty. 

Which of the following methods is also called the house party technique of interview?

  1. Direct interview

  2. Indirect interview

  3. Board interview

  4. Group interview


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Group interview is when a number of candidates are interviewed together. This is done when there are large number of applicants, it saves the time of the executives in conducting the interviews. This is also known as house party technique of interview as the performance and behaviour of candidates in a group is measured to know the eligibility of the candidates to work in the firm with others in a group. 

Direct interview is series of question and answer based on the kind of work to be done. Indirect interview gives the freedom to the interviewee to speak about their hobbies, expectations, experiences, etc. Board interview is conducted by the board of directors while selecting higher officials i.e., top level managers.

Vocational selection refers to _________.

  1. guiding a person as to the type of job for which one is best suited

  2. finding out the best workers for a particular job

  3. finding out the best workers for a any job

  4. either (A) or (B)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vocational selection refers to selection of the right candidate best suited for the job. In this those candidates are only selected who have been trained and has the knowledge of kind of job to be performed. There are specifications for a particular kind of job required, and those candidates are only selected who stand on those requirements, so that there is no need for training. 

Vocational guidance refers to _______.

  1. guiding a person as to the type of job for which one is best suited

  2. finding out the best workers for a particular job

  3. initial training provided to the workers

  4. enable employees to perform higher level of jobs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vocational guidance refers to guiding a person regarding the kind of job suitable for him keeping in mind the skills and knowledge possessed by him. Uneducated workers who do not have knowledge about the kind of vacancies and job suitable for them. Placing a person to the job best suited for him results in job satisfaction of the person and better result for the organisation.

Selection means _________.

  1. elimination

  2. testing

  3. recruitment

  4. all of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Selection is the process of staffing in which the applications received for the position are shortlisted for further screening and interviews to test the knowledge and skills of the candidates. It is a negative process as it involves rejection of a number of applications. The number of rejected candidates are more in this process. 

The knowledge, skills, overall personality of the candidates are tested with the help of various projected tests. 
Selection means recruitment which is finding and selecting the best candidate for the vacant job position. 

Recruitment and selection must be effective to ensure it _________.

  1. offsets high labour turnover.

  2. delivers the highest calibre of individuals at optimum most

  3. to have a surplus in case of sickness and absence

  4. encourages new blood into the organiization.


Correct Option: B

The most effective technique for assessing potential candidate is an interview. Which of the following interview questions represents a situational interview question?

  1. What are your unique qualification for this position?

  2. What is the expected salary?

  3. What characteristics of this job are the most important to you?

  4. What new skills do you possess?


Correct Option: C

An Organisation`s human resource management department consists of five major compounds. The five compounds of HRM influence each others. Which of the following is affected by the kind of people that the organisation attracts and hires through recruitment and selection? 

  1. The appropriate levels of pay and benefits

  2. Selection practices and job structure

  3. Selection practices of the company

  4. The strategic planning process


Correct Option: A

Can the assessment and selection of applicants be carried out in such a way that the best or "right" person will always we identified?

  1. Yes

  2. No

  3. If enough money is invested in the process

  4. If managers use their intuition or 'gust reaction' in making recruitment decisions


Correct Option: B

X company is hiring the line managers for the vacant position, which type of skill set they will perfect during hiring new candidates?

  1. High level of technical education with least conceptual skills.

  2. Lower level of technical skills with interpersonal skills

  3. Minimum conceptual skills human skills

  4. High level of conceptual skills with least technical education


Correct Option: A

The best and most productive employees are likely to be ________.

  1. the least costly in terms of recruitment and employment costs

  2. a matter of pot luck in terms of recruitment decision

  3. the most costly to employer

  4. have no bearing on recruitment and selection costs


Correct Option: C

What strategies deployed by HR for attracting potential candidates to apply for vacancies might result in indirect discrimination?

  1. Advert in local press

  2. Word of mouth

  3. Now recruiting banners/notices

  4. Agency or job centre


Correct Option: B

_______goes a long way towards building up an available workplace.

  1. Recruitment

  2. Selecton

  3. Planning

  4. Organizing


Correct Option: B

By medical examination the enterprise gets benefited as ________.

  1. it projects communicable diseases

  2. it determines the total cost enterprise has to bear on this executive

  3. it prevents the organization against unwanted claims

  4. both a & c


Correct Option: D

A prospecting job application letter ___________.

  1. is the appropriate type of letter if you are responding to a job announcement

  2. should follow the direct writing plan for persuasive messages

  3. should not name a specific position for which you are applying since you do not know what job opening the company has

  4. should not begin by asking for the job in the first paragraph


Correct Option: D

Which of the following is NOT appropriate for the design and layout of a resume?

  1. Additional white space to offset important information.

  2. Placing the education section before the work experience section.

  3. Using several colours to point out sections and sub-sections.

  4. Including bullet lists to showcase a series of related pieces of information.


Correct Option: C

You have written the following description of your work as a retail store manager, attend corporate meetings, prepare employee work schedules, account for daily sales, train new managers, and clean the store.  On your resume, the phrase clean the store should be __________.

  1. put first in the series to emphasise it

  2. put in the middle of the series to deemphasise

  3. keep where it is to deemphasise it

  4. kept where it is to emphasise it


Correct Option: B

Employers will be MOST likely to reject resumes that __________.

  1. are more the one page long

  2. do not include the name of the company the person is applying to

  3. contain grammatical or spelling errors

  4. present experience and credentials in reverse chronological order


Correct Option: C

The purpose of a job application letter is __________.

  1. to get a job offer

  2. to get an interview

  3. to get information about what the day-to-day work involved in a specific position

  4. to substitute for a resume


Correct Option: B

Which of the following questions is NOT appropriate for an information interview?

  1. When will you be retiring?

  2. How do you spend your typical day?

  3. What do you like least about your job?

  4. What course would you recommend as preparation for this kind of work?


Correct Option: A

Which of the following should NOT be included in a resume?

  1. complete sentences.

  2. The word 'I".

  3. Sentence fragments.

  4. Gerunds, which are verbs that end in "ing".


Correct Option: B

The type of information which should be included in a resume?

  1. Work experience
  2. Education
  3. Affiliation and membership
  4. Letter of reccomendation

  1. All except (1)

  2. All except (2)

  3. All except (3)

  4. All except (4)


Correct Option: D

Which of the following terms refers to the background investigation, tests and physical exams that firms use to identify suitable candidates for a Job?

  1. forecasting tools

  2. Selection tools

  3. Job analysis `methods

  4. Personal techniques.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Step 1 : Identify Vacancy and Evaluate Need
Step 2: Receive application
Step 3: Managing application
Step 4: Employment tests
Step 5 conducting interview
Step 6: Check references
Step 7: Select hre
Step 8: Medical examination 

Which of the following terms refers to the background investigatings, tests and physical exams that firms use to identify suitable candidates for a job?

  1. Job analysis methods

  2. Personal techniques

  3. Selection tools

  4. Forecasting tools.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
Selection procedure starts with the screeing of applications for various jobs from the interested candidates. Selection involves procedures to identify the most appropriate candidates to fill posts.

______ is used to probe for the dominant trails of the personality as a whole in terms of temperament, maturity and emotional balance. 

  1. Interest tests

  2. Performance tests

  3. Aptitude tests

  4. Personality tests


Correct Option: D

________ is used to measure the applicant's capacity and his potential for learning the skills required for a job. 

  1. Interest tests

  2. Performance tests

  3. Aptitude tests

  4. Personalty tests


Correct Option: C

________ seeks to measure the level of proficiency and skill of the candidate's intelligence quotient indicating his mental ability including memory, vocabulary, perception, reasoning, etc. 

  1. Interest tests

  2. Performance tests

  3. Dexterity tests

  4. Personality tests


Correct Option: B

In relation to selection process arrange the following in proper form. 
(1) Employment interview 
(2) Checking references
(3) Screening of application 
(4) Final selection 
(5) Preliminary interview 
(6) Physical examination 
(7) Receiving application 
(8) Employment test 
  Select the correct answer from the options given below -    

  1. (5), (7), (3), (8), (6), (1), (2), (4)

  2. (5), (7), (8), (3), (1), (6), (4), (2)

  3. (5), (4), (8), (3), (1), (6), (2), (7)

  4. (5), (7), (3), (8), (1), (6), (2), (4)


Correct Option: D

After a pool of applicants have been selected for open positions through the recruitment process, recruiters then need to determine if each applicant is qualified for this position. The most effective technique for assessing potential hire is an interview. Which of the following interview questions represents a situational interview question?

  1. What are your unique qualifications for this position?

  2. What is the expected salary?

  3. What characteristics of this job are the most important to you?

  4. What new skills do you possess?


Correct Option: C

Interview questions that present interviewees with a scenario they are likely to encounter on the job are called

  1. Situational Interview questions

  2. Contingency questions

  3. Mental toughness questions

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B

X company is hiring the line managers for the vacant positions, which type of skill set they will prefer during hiring new Candidates?

  1. High level of technical education with least conceptual skills

  2. Lower level of technical skills with interpersonal skills

  3. Minimum conceptual skills with human skills

  4. High level of conceptual skills with least technical education


Correct Option: A

Essay evaluation method is ______.

  1. subjective

  2. objective

  3. quantitative

  4. none of these


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Essay evaluation method is subjective. It is a type of Performance appraisal evaluation method. In this method, the appraiser prepares an essay detailing the weakness and strengths of the employee being appraised. Hence it is subjctive in nature.

Which among the following tests measure self-confidence, motivation, emotional balance etc.?

  1. Intelligence test

  2. Preference test

  3. personality test

  4. interest test


Correct Option: C

Stanford-Binet test, Binet-Simon test, Wechsler Adult Inteiligence Scale are examples of _______.

  1. intelligence test

  2. aptitude test

  3. personality test

  4. interest test


Correct Option: A

Which among the following tests measure abilities like memory, vocabulary, verbal fluency, numerical ability, perception, spatial visualisation, etc.?

  1. Intelligence test

  2. aptitude test

  3. personality test

  4. interest test


Correct Option: A

Who has developed job diagnostic survey?

  1. Hackman and Oldham

  2. David Mcllelands

  3. Douglas McGregor

  4. Edwin B. Flippo


Correct Option: D

__________ is suitable for managerial jobs, the outcomes are not behaviorally observed and take few days to conduct various exercise.

  1. Intelligence test

  2. Work sample

  3. Personality test

  4. Assessment centre


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Assessment centre is suitable for managerial jobs, the outcomes are not behaviorally observed and take few days to conduct various exercise.Assessment centre is an extended work sample.Business games, The in-basket, The leaderless group discussion (LGD), etc., are simulated exercises included in assessment centre.

_________ test is designed to measure employee's honesty to predict those who are more likely to steal from an employer or otherwise act in a manner unacceptable to the organisation.

  1. Polygraph test

  2. Graphology test

  3. Personality test

  4. Integrity test


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Integrity test is designed to measure employee's honesty to predict those who are more likely to steal from an employer or otherwise act in a manner unacceptable to the organization.This test is widely used for judging the suitability of the employees in an organization.

Job diagnostic survey is an example of __________.

  1. intelligence test

  2. preference test

  3. personality test

  4. interest test


Correct Option: B

Business games, The in-basket, The leaderless group discussion (LGD), etc., are simulated exercises included in _________ .

  1. intelligence test

  2. work sample

  3. personality test

  4. assessment centre


Correct Option: D

What is the basic idea of using interest tests?

  1. To find out their interest

  2. To create job related interest

  3. People are most likely to be successful in jobs they like

  4. All of these


Correct Option: C

Polygraph test is also known as ________ . 

  1. Intelligence test

  2. graphology test

  3. personality test

  4. lie-detector test


Correct Option: D

_________ is suitable for routine, repetitive jobs with visible outcomes and takes few minutes to test the applicant.

  1. Work sample

  2. Assessment centre

  3. Both (a) and (b)

  4. Interest test


Correct Option: A

In which test, a trained evaluator examines the lines, loops, hooks, strokes, curves, and flourishes in a person's handwriting to assess person's personality and emotional make-up.

  1. Handwriting test

  2. Graphology test

  3. Personality test

  4. Assessment centre


Correct Option: B

_________ test examine the subject's response whether it is truthful or deceptive by examining the biological movements recorded on the paper.

  1. Polygraph test

  2. Graphology test

  3. Personality test

  4. Integrity test


Correct Option: A

Work sampling test is also known as ________.

  1. polygraph test

  2. graphology test

  3. achievement test

  4. interest test


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Work sampling test is also known as achievement test.A typing test shows typing proficiency, such proficiency tests are also known as work sampling test.Work sampling test is a selection test where in the job applicant's ability to do a small portion of the job.

Which among the following tests are designed to measure what the applicant can do on the job currently, i,e., whether the testee actually knows what he or she claims to know?

  1. Achievement tests

  2. Graphology test

  3. Interest test

  4. Integrity test


Correct Option: A

________ is a selection test where in the job applicant's ability to do a small portion of the job. 

  1. Polygraph test

  2. Graphology test

  3. Work sampling test

  4. Integrity test


Correct Option: C

In a situational interview, the applicant is confronted with a ___________ .

  1. actual work incident

  2. hypothetical situation

  3. question that are uncommon

  4. embarrassing and insulting questions


Correct Option: B

A typing test shows typing proficiency, such proficiency tests are also known as _________ .

  1. polygraph test

  2. graphology test

  3. work sampling test

  4. integrity test


Correct Option: C
Explanation:


Work sampling test is also known as achievement test.A typing test shows typing proficiency, such proficiency tests are also known as work sampling test.Work sampling test is a selection test where in the job applicant's ability to do a small portion of the job.

When an interviewer judges a person on a single important trait/attribute. i.e., those communicates well can sell the product. Such mistake of the interviewer is called __________. 

  1. resort to snap judgment

  2. stereotyping

  3. leniency

  4. halo effect


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

When an interviewer judges a person on a single important trait/attribute. i.e., those communicates well can sell the product. Such mistake of the interviewer is called halo effect.This type of mistakes are often done by the applicants while giving interview for a vacant job position. This mistakes should be avoided as they are not appreciated by the interviewer.

Attributing characteristics to individuals based on their inclusion or membership in a particular group is called ________.

  1. resort to snap judgment

  2. stereotyping

  3. leniecncy

  4. halo effect


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Attributing characteristics to individuals based on their inclusion or membership in a particular group is called stereotyping. In simple words, stereotype can be defined as generalised belief about a particular category of people.

The most reliable type of interview is _______.

  1. stress

  2. structured

  3. situational

  4. behavioral


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The most reliable type of interview is structured. It is also known as formal interview. In this type of interview, the interviewer asks some standard set of questions within a given time period in a standardized way. Cross-questioning the applicant is not allowed in structured interview.

In a behavioral interview, the applicant is confronted with _______.

  1. actual work incident

  2. hypothetical situation

  3. question that are uncommon

  4. embarrassing and insulting questions


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In a behavioral interview, the applicant is confronted with actual work incident. In this type of interview, behavior of the applicant is evaluated by asking the applicant to deal with real work incidents. The way the applicant deals with the incident- forms the base to evaluate his behavior.

Resort to snap judgment, cultural noise, stereotyping , halo effects are types of ___________ .

  1. interview process

  2. personality test

  3. interview mistakes

  4. integrity test


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Resort to snap judgment, cultural noise, stereotyping , halo effects are types of interview mistakes. This type of mistakes are often done by the applicants while giving interview for a vacant job position. This mistakes should be avoided as they are not appreciated by the interviewer.

The most reliable and valid tests are generally _________ . 

  1. polygraph test

  2. graphology test

  3. personality test

  4. performance test


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The most reliable and valid tests are generally performance test. It is widely conducted for judging the suitability of the candidate which is required to get the job done in a proper manner. Performance tests helps to test the knowledge and kill of the applicants.

Inputs to the selection process include all but _______ .

  1. job analysis

  2. supervision

  3. HR planning

  4. job applicants


Correct Option: B

Degree to which a test or selection procedure measures a person's attributes is called _________ .

  1. validity

  2. raliability

  3. accountability

  4. measurement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Degree to which a test or selection procedure measures a person's attributes is called validity. This test is conducted widely for judging the suitability of the employees in the organization. It also helps to test the skill and knowledge which are possessed by the employees in order to carry out the proper functioning of the organizational activities.

Screening interview planned by large organisation to cut the costs of selection by allowing only eligible candidates to go through the future stages in selection. This interview is also known as _________.

  1. Preliminary interview

  2. Exit interview

  3. Elimination interview

  4. Structured interview


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Screening interview planned by large organization to cut the costs of selection by allowing only eligible candidates to go through the future stages in selection. This interview is also known as preliminary interview. The preliminary interview is generally brief and does the job of eliminating the totally unsuitable candidates.

Employment function includes __________.

  1. Selection

  2. Retrenchment

  3. Resistance

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Employment function includes selection. Selection is the process of interviewing and evaluating candidates for a specific job and selecting an individual  for employment on the basis of certain criteria. Employee selection can range from a very simple process to a very complicated process depending on the firm hiring and position. 


___________ is used to measure the applicant's capacity and his potential for learning the skills required for a job.

  1. Interest tests

  2. Performance tests

  3. Aptitude tests

  4. Personality tests


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Aptitude tests is used to measure the applicant's capacity and his potential for learning the skills required for a job. These tests are conducted to determine the skill and knowledge in a particular field.

__________ is the process by which candidates for employment are distinguished between those who are suitable and those who are not.

  1. Manpower planning

  2. Selection

  3. Recruitment

  4. Induction


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Selection is the process by which candidates for employment are distinguished between those who are suitable and those who are not. It is the second step of recruiting in which people who are more eligible for the job are selected for the personal interview.

Selection is a__________.

  1. Positive process

  2. Negative process

  3. Complex process

  4. Multi tasking process


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Selection is a negative process as it rejects more candidates than selecting. Selection of personnel refers to the process of selection the best among many candidates for some specific jobs.

In relation of selection process arrange the following in proper form.
$(1)$ Employment interview
$(2)$ Checking references
$(3)$ Screening of applications
$(4)$ Final selection
$(5)$ Preliminary interview
$(6)$ Physical examination
$(7)$ Receiving applications
$(8)$ Employment test
Select the correct answer from the options given.

  1. $(5), (7), (3), (8), (6), (1), (2), (4)$

  2. $(5), (7), (8), (3), (1), (6), (4), (2)$

  3. $(5), (4), (8), (3), (1), (6), (2), (7)$

  4. $(5), (7), (3), (8), (1), (6), (2), (4)$


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
Selection follows recruitment and it leads to a contract of service between the employer and the employee.Selection of personnel refers to the process of selection the best among many candidates for some specific jobs.
Selection process is as follows:1) Preliminary interview2) Receiving applications 3) Screening of applications4) Employment test5) Employment interview6) Physical examination7) Checking references8) Final selection

Which of the following are designed so as to identify the candidates patterns of interest i.e., areas in which he shows special likings, fascination and involvement?

  1. Interest tests

  2. Performance tests

  3. Aptitude tests

  4. Personality tests


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Interest tests are designed so as to identify the candidates patterns of interest i.e., areas in which he shows special likings, fascination and involvement. This test identifies a person's hobbies.

____________ is used to prove for the dominant traits of the personality as a whole in terms of temperament, maturity and emotional balance.

  1. Interest tests

  2. Performance tests

  3. Aptitude test

  4. Personality tests


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Personality tests is used to prove for the dominant traits of the personality as a whole in terms of temperament, maturity and emotional balance. It is conducted mainly to identify a person's characteristic.

Which of the following is not aim of performance appraisal?

  1. Compensation

  2. Communication

  3. Selection

  4. Motivation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

 Selection is a negative process. It is not an aim of performance appraisal. Performance appraisal deals with the record of performance of the personnel working in an organization.

After a candidate has cleared all the hurdles in the selection procedure, he is formally appointed by issuing him.

  1. Job interview letter

  2. An appointment letter

  3. Service agreement

  4. (B) or (C)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

After a candidate has cleared all the hurdles in the selection procedure, he is issued an appointment letter and service agreement. Appointment letter specifies all the details regarding the job. A service agreement indicates that the employee will provide service to the employer.

Who has introduced the seven point plan for taking the best interview method?

  1. Milton L. Blum

  2. R E. Burt

  3. Alec Rodger

  4. Filippo


Correct Option: C

Which of the following should be included in a solicited but NOT a prospecting job application letter?

  1. A complete discussion of the writers skills and qualifications.

  2. An opening statement that you are applying for a particular advertised position.

  3. Dates and times that you are available for an interview.

  4. A request for an interview.


Correct Option: B

Mohit has done four jobs in a time period of 15 months with sometime interval between all the jobs. In each of these jobs, he got an experience of computer hardware and became quite good at it. He also volunteered to set up the computer laboratory at some school. Choose the alternative that indicates the kind of resumes, if any, that is appropriate for Mohit ___________.

  1. chronological resumes

  2. skill resumes

  3. both Chronological and skill resumes

  4. neither Chronological nor skill resumes


Correct Option: B

Interview questions that present interviewees with a scenario they are likely to encounter on the job are called __________.

  1. situational interview questions

  2. contingency quesitons

  3. mental toughness questions

  4. none of the above


Correct Option: B

Your interviewer asks you why would you apply for this job when your only experience is coaching a high school basketball team? Your best response is to :

  1. say "You are just defensive about

    basketball because you are so short.

  2. say I know what you are doing. You are trying to see how I respond to stressful questions. Lets move on to something else.

  3. getup and walk out.

  4. say "You are asking if my experience working with and managing a team can help your company with its committee work and of course those skills will transfer over.


Correct Option: D
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