Question 1
In comparing internal selection with external selection, an advantage of internal selection is that _________.
Answer
a)internal selection requires few procedures to locate and screen viable job candidates
b)internal selection presents fewer dangers of incurring legal liability than external selection
c)information about internal candidates tends to be more verifiable than information about external candidates
d)there is less need to use multiple predictors in assessing internal candidates than with external candidates
Question 2
An important advantage of peer assessments is ___________.
Answer
a)lower probability of bias in the assessment
b)greater clarity in the criteria for assessment
c)enhanced employee morale through the fostering of a competitive spirit
d)greater knowledge of the applicants'' KSAOs
Question 3
The concept which refers to the idea that individuals rise to their lowest level of incompetence is the ________.
Answer
a)Peter Principle
b)Promotability Principle
c)Career Concept Principle
d)4/5 Principle
Question 4
Which of the following statements about various methods of managerial sponsorship is false?
Answer
a)A "coach" is available to the person being assisted on and off the job
b)A coach provides day-to-day feedback.
c)A "mentor" becomes personally responsible for the success of the person being assisted.
d)A "sponsor" actively promotes the person being assisted for advancement opportunities.
Question 5
The use of the case analysis method of assessment is most appropriate for assessing _____________.
Answer
a)ability to perform a technical task
b)problem-solving abilities
c)leadership skills
d)social-interactive skills
Heneman, H. G., Judge, T. A., & Kammeyer-Mueller, J. D. (2012). Staffing organizations (7th ed.). Middleton, WI: Mendota House.