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MCQS ON JOB ANALYSIS AND DESIGN

1. A job enrichment program could involve which of the following?

A. Granting more vacation time.

B. Working in another department one day a week.
C. Learning another job.
D. Having more responsibility.

2.__________________ is an example of information generally provided for non

managerial employees.

A. Field of specialization
B. Development needs
C. In-house training programs completed
D. Anticipated retirement date.

3.Reengineering:

A. is always a successful process.

B. does not change the design of jobs.
C. is basically not concerned with the organization structure.
D. is not the same as downsizing.

4.Job analysis does not concern time factors.

A. True
B. False

5. Job descriptions should include all BUT the following:

A. The major duties relevant to a particular job.

B. Expected performance standards
C. The equipment needed by the worker.
D. An evaluation of the worker's personal needs.

6.Pick the most correct statement.

A. A job identification is usually free of annoying numbers.

B. A job identification does not necessarily need to include the actual job title.
C. Job identification will distinguish one job from another job.
D. A job title will always give an accurate description of the duties involved in the
performance of that particular job.
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7.In the Work Performed Ratings section of a JAS, which of the following is not
evaluated?

A. Data
B. People
C. Things
D. Time

8.Strategic planning within the human resource management function involves:

A. counting the number of employees.

B. matching the qualifications of the employees to last year's business
requirements.
C. a continuous process to ensure a supply of qualified workers who match
the strategic plan of the company.
D. focusing on the training needs of a specific group of workers.

9.During periods of slowed economic growth, companies may:

A. increase their recruiting efforts.

B. raise wages.
C. cut back the total amount of hours worked.
D. retain all employees.

10.During periods of worker shortage:

A. there is high unemployment.

B. companies need to reduce wages.
C. companies should maintain extremely high qualification standards.
D. creative recruiting and training programs may be necessary.