HCM Quiz04 - Selection

What is strategic selection primarily concerned with?

• Using only psychological tests for hiring

• Selecting candidates based on their objectives

• Aligning selection activities with business objectives

• Hiring based on personal connections

Which of the following is a key factor in successful employee selection?

• Experience Fit

• Motivation Fit

• Qualification Fit

• Cultural Fit

What is the primary purpose of psychological testing in employee selection?

• To assess physical fitness

• To evaluate behavior and attitude

• To determine salary expectations

• To check educational qualifications

Which selection method is most commonly used despite its unreliability?

• Psychological testing

• Structured interviews

• Unstructured interviews

• Background checks

What is a significant predictor of job performance according to research?

• Educational qualifications

• Cultural fit and value congruence

• Number of skills listed on a resume

• Length of previous employment

What should be avoided in application forms to comply with EEO requirements?

• Job-related questions

• Questions about previous employment

• Inquiries about marital status

• Requests for references

What is the role of the HR manager in the selection process?

• To make final hiring decisions without input

• To ensure the fair selection process

• To conduct all interviews personally

• To focus solely on technical skills

What is the purpose of checking an applicant's references?

• To assess the applicant's educational qualifications

• To gather information about the applicant's work history

• To ensure the applicant has a good appearance

• To verify the applicant's identity

Which of the following is a disadvantage of panel interviews?

• They provide a relaxed environment for candidates

• They allow for multiple perspectives on a candidate

• They can be time-consuming and costly

• They reduce bias in the selection process

Which selection method is considered the most popular source of candidate information?

• Interviews

• Biographical information blanks

• Employment tests

• Reference checks