Question 1

A performance appraisal can be used for all of the following purposes, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  to point out areas that need employee improvement. 
B)  to recognize good employee performance. 
C)  to provide the basis for employee discharge. 
D)  to invalidate selection techniques that meet EEOC requirements. 
A)  to point out areas that need employee improvement. 
B)  to recognize good employee performance. 
C)  to provide the basis for employee discharge. 
D)  to invalidate selection techniques that meet EEOC requirements.

Question 2

Personality testing is prohibited under equal employment opportunity laws.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A(n) ____ is used to communicate the reviews of performance to an employee.

Accepted Answer

A)  management audit 
B)  appraisal confrontation 
C)  appraisal interview 
D)  central tendency 
A)  management audit 
B)  appraisal confrontation 
C)  appraisal interview 
D)  central tendency

Question 4

When checking an applicant's references, it is legal to check on dates and terms of employment, salary, and whether the termination was voluntary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Most employees prefer to work with a well-organized, well-disciplined group rather than with one that is not.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

After observing an offense, the supervisor should wait a few days before beginning the disciplinary process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Every job should carry with it a margin for error.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Most progressive companies do not publish rules and penalties.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

____ guarantees the individual accused of violating an established rule a hearing to determine the extent of guilt.

Accepted Answer

A)  Due process 
B)  Progressive discipline 
C)  Performance appraisal 
D)  Validity checking 
A)  Due process 
B)  Progressive discipline 
C)  Performance appraisal 
D)  Validity checking

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true of appraisal interviews?

Accepted Answer

A)  Appraisal interviews are the part of the job that supervisors like most. 
B)  A supervisor should emphasize the positive aspects of the employee's performance while recommending improvements. 
C)  The conventional approach to the appraisal interview is emotionally uplifting for both the employee and the supervisor. 
D)  Appraisal interviews are incompatible with the objective of providing feedback on workers' progress. 
A)  Appraisal interviews are the part of the job that supervisors like most. 
B)  A supervisor should emphasize the positive aspects of the employee's performance while recommending improvements. 
C)  The conventional approach to the appraisal interview is emotionally uplifting for both the employee and the supervisor. 
D)  Appraisal interviews are incompatible with the objective of providing feedback on workers' progress.

Question 11

Describe the fives steps that are part of the progressive discipline process.

Accepted Answer

The five steps of the progressive discip

Question 12

Verbal abuse of others, falsification of records, and alcohol abuse on the job are legal grounds for discharge.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

_____ are used to predict how a person might perform on a given job and are most applicable to operative jobs.

Accepted Answer

A)  Personality tests 
B)  Aptitude tests 
C)  Vocational interest tests 
D)  Proficiency tests 
A)  Personality tests 
B)  Aptitude tests 
C)  Vocational interest tests 
D)  Proficiency tests

Question 14

In your own words, give a definition for discipline.

Accepted Answer

The term discipline refers to
(1) self-c

Question 15

Employees should be given a clear warning of the amount of discipline that will be imposed for an offense.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The EEOC does not have the authority to set guidelines for performance appraisals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The only effective way for employees to learn anything useful is through on-the-job training.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Like almost all aspects of supervision, selecting, and training employees are shared tasks, though the primary responsibility should be left to supervisors. How are these responsibilities to be divided?

Accepted Answer

Top managers set human resources objecti

Question 19

To maintain authority, supervisors should not discuss their appraisals with employees.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Work sampling tests give a good indication of whether or not employees can actually perform particular jobs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

A performance appraisal can be used for all of the following purposes, EXCEPT:

Personality testing is prohibited under equal employment opportunity laws.

A(n) ____ is used to communicate the reviews of performance to an employee.

When checking an applicant's references, it is legal to check on dates and terms of employment, salary, and whether the termination was voluntary.

Most employees prefer to work with a well-organized, well-disciplined group rather than with one that is not.

After observing an offense, the supervisor should wait a few days before beginning the disciplinary process.

Every job should carry with it a margin for error.

Most progressive companies do not publish rules and penalties.

____ guarantees the individual accused of violating an established rule a hearing to determine the extent of guilt.

Which of the following statements is true of appraisal interviews?

Describe the fives steps that are part of the progressive discipline process.

Verbal abuse of others, falsification of records, and alcohol abuse on the job are legal grounds for discharge.

_____ are used to predict how a person might perform on a given job and are most applicable to operative jobs.

In your own words, give a definition for discipline.

Employees should be given a clear warning of the amount of discipline that will be imposed for an offense.

The EEOC does not have the authority to set guidelines for performance appraisals.

The only effective way for employees to learn anything useful is through on-the-job training.

Like almost all aspects of supervision, selecting, and training employees are shared tasks, though the primary responsibility should be left to supervisors. How are these responsibilities to be divided?

To maintain authority, supervisors should not discuss their appraisals with employees.

Work sampling tests give a good indication of whether or not employees can actually perform particular jobs.

Supervisory Management Roles and Challenges

Fundamentals of Planning

Decision Making Problem Solving and Ethics

Fundamentals of Organizing

Delegating Authority and Empowering Employees

Communication

Motivation

Leadership

Group Development and Team Building

Meetings and Facilitation Skills

Coaching for Higher Performance

Managing Conflict Stress and Time

Exercising Control

Controlling Productivity Quality and Safety

The Supervisor Labor Relations and Legal Issues

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Exam 15: Selecting Appraising and Disciplining Employees

A performance appraisal can be used for all of the following purposes, EXCEPT:

Personality testing is prohibited under equal employment opportunity laws.

A(n) ____ is used to communicate the reviews of performance to an employee.

When checking an applicant's references, it is legal to check on dates and terms of employment, salary, and whether the termination was voluntary.

Most employees prefer to work with a well-organized, well-disciplined group rather than with one that is not.

After observing an offense, the supervisor should wait a few days before beginning the disciplinary process.

Every job should carry with it a margin for error.

Most progressive companies do not publish rules and penalties.

____ guarantees the individual accused of violating an established rule a hearing to determine the extent of guilt.

Which of the following statements is true of appraisal interviews?

Describe the fives steps that are part of the progressive discipline process.

Verbal abuse of others, falsification of records, and alcohol abuse on the job are legal grounds for discharge.

_____ are used to predict how a person might perform on a given job and are most applicable to operative jobs.

In your own words, give a definition for discipline.

Employees should be given a clear warning of the amount of discipline that will be imposed for an offense.

The EEOC does not have the authority to set guidelines for performance appraisals.

The only effective way for employees to learn anything useful is through on-the-job training.

Like almost all aspects of supervision, selecting, and training employees are shared tasks, though the primary responsibility should be left to supervisors. How are these responsibilities to be divided?

To maintain authority, supervisors should not discuss their appraisals with employees.

Work sampling tests give a good indication of whether or not employees can actually perform particular jobs.

Supervisory Management Roles and Challenges

Fundamentals of Planning

Decision Making Problem Solving and Ethics

Fundamentals of Organizing

Delegating Authority and Empowering Employees

Communication

Motivation

Leadership

Group Development and Team Building

Meetings and Facilitation Skills

Coaching for Higher Performance

Managing Conflict Stress and Time

Exercising Control

Controlling Productivity Quality and Safety

The Supervisor Labor Relations and Legal Issues

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