Question 1

Which of the following is one of the conditions to get a disability status under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

Accepted Answer

A)  Illegal drug users disciplined for current abuse 
B)  Cultural and economic disadvantages 
C)  Temporary or short-term problems 
D)  Severe obesity 
A)  Illegal drug users disciplined for current abuse 
B)  Cultural and economic disadvantages 
C)  Temporary or short-term problems 
D)  Severe obesity D

Question 2

The supervisor's role in the selection process remains the same,irrespective of the size of the organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

In the U.S.,the results of a genetic test or a family history of diseases can be used to discriminate against potential candidates.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

The difference between an open-ended question and a closed-ended one is that the latter:

Accepted Answer

A)  allows the employer to ask information about a conviction. 
B)  requires a comparatively broad and more inclusive response. 
C)  often leads to the halo effect. 
D)  requires a simple answer, such as yes or no. 
A)  allows the employer to ask information about a conviction. 
B)  requires a comparatively broad and more inclusive response. 
C)  often leads to the halo effect. 
D)  requires a simple answer, such as yes or no.

Question 5

A written job description typically mentions the desired skills in a candidate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

An aptitude test primarily measures a person's strength,dexterity,and coordination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The listing for a systems analyst job states that the job requires the analyst to prepare feasibility studies,program specifications for the system(s),and work with the programming staff.This information is most likely to be a part of the:

Accepted Answer

A)  job specification. 
B)  job description. 
C)  code of ethics. 
D)  mission statement. 
A)  job specification. 
B)  job description. 
C)  code of ethics. 
D)  mission statement.

Question 8

Organizations must avoid discrimination against people with disabilities in public accommodations,transportation,government services,and telecommunications.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The use of drug tests is controversial and is strictly prohibited at unionized companies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The rate of employment for disabled persons has increased over the past two decades.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

One of the benefits of promoting current employees to fill vacancies is increased motivation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Supervisors should ideally describe the organization in glowing terms so as to attract the most desirable candidates to the job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A typing test for a secretarial position is an accurate example of a proficiency test.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In large companies,the responsibility for verifying new employees' work authorization usually rests with the:

Accepted Answer

A)  human resources department. 
B)  supervisor. 
C)  new employee. 
D)  U.S. government. 
A)  human resources department. 
B)  supervisor. 
C)  new employee. 
D)  U.S. government.

Question 15

Define recruitment.Give two examples of internal and external recruitment sources.

Accepted Answer

The process of identifying people intere

Question 16

Interviewers should ideally refrain from encouraging candidates to ask questions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A _____ is a list of the positions that are vacant in the organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  job description 
B)  job scope 
C)  job posting 
D)  job specification 
A)  job description 
B)  job scope 
C)  job posting 
D)  job specification

Question 18

When interviewing candidates,supervisors should ask candidates whether they have a physical or mental condition that would prevent them from performing the job in question.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 requires federal contractors to make special efforts to recruit disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam War.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The Rehabilitation Act of 1973:

Accepted Answer

A)  prohibits employers from discriminating on the basis of age against people over 40 years old, provided the job does not involve much physical activity. 
B)  makes it illegal to refuse a job to a disabled person because of the disability, if the disability does not interfere with the person's ability to do the job. 
C)  makes it unlawful to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. 
D)  protects disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam War, and requires federal contractors to make special efforts to recruit these people. 
A)  prohibits employers from discriminating on the basis of age against people over 40 years old, provided the job does not involve much physical activity. 
B)  makes it illegal to refuse a job to a disabled person because of the disability, if the disability does not interfere with the person's ability to do the job. 
C)  makes it unlawful to discriminate on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. 
D)  protects disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam War, and requires federal contractors to make special efforts to recruit these people.

Which of the following is one of the conditions to get a disability status under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

The supervisor's role in the selection process remains the same,irrespective of the size of the organization.

In the U.S.,the results of a genetic test or a family history of diseases can be used to discriminate against potential candidates.

The difference between an open-ended question and a closed-ended one is that the latter:

A written job description typically mentions the desired skills in a candidate.

An aptitude test primarily measures a person's strength,dexterity,and coordination.

The listing for a systems analyst job states that the job requires the analyst to prepare feasibility studies,program specifications for the system(s),and work with the programming staff.This information is most likely to be a part of the:

Organizations must avoid discrimination against people with disabilities in public accommodations,transportation,government services,and telecommunications.

The use of drug tests is controversial and is strictly prohibited at unionized companies.

The rate of employment for disabled persons has increased over the past two decades.

One of the benefits of promoting current employees to fill vacancies is increased motivation.

Supervisors should ideally describe the organization in glowing terms so as to attract the most desirable candidates to the job.

A typing test for a secretarial position is an accurate example of a proficiency test.

In large companies,the responsibility for verifying new employees' work authorization usually rests with the:

Define recruitment.Give two examples of internal and external recruitment sources.

Interviewers should ideally refrain from encouraging candidates to ask questions.

A _____ is a list of the positions that are vacant in the organization.

When interviewing candidates,supervisors should ask candidates whether they have a physical or mental condition that would prevent them from performing the job in question.

The Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 requires federal contractors to make special efforts to recruit disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam War.

The Rehabilitation Act of 1973:

Supervision: Tradition and Contemporary Trends

Ensuring High Quality and Productivity

Groups, teams, and Powerful Meetings

Corporate Social Responsibility, ethics, and Sustainability

Managing Diversity

Reaching Goals: Plans and Controls

Organizing and Authority

The Supervisor As Leader

Problem Solving, Decision Making, and Creativity

Communication: Theory and Modern Media

Motivating Employees

Problem Employees: Counseling and Discipline

Managing Time and Stress

Managing Conflict and Change

Providing Orientation and Training

Appraising Performance

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Exam 15: Selecting Employees

Which of the following is one of the conditions to get a disability status under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

The supervisor's role in the selection process remains the same,irrespective of the size of the organization.

In the U.S.,the results of a genetic test or a family history of diseases can be used to discriminate against potential candidates.

The difference between an open-ended question and a closed-ended one is that the latter:

A written job description typically mentions the desired skills in a candidate.

An aptitude test primarily measures a person's strength,dexterity,and coordination.

The listing for a systems analyst job states that the job requires the analyst to prepare feasibility studies,program specifications for the system(s),and work with the programming staff.This information is most likely to be a part of the:

Organizations must avoid discrimination against people with disabilities in public accommodations,transportation,government services,and telecommunications.

The use of drug tests is controversial and is strictly prohibited at unionized companies.

The rate of employment for disabled persons has increased over the past two decades.

One of the benefits of promoting current employees to fill vacancies is increased motivation.

Supervisors should ideally describe the organization in glowing terms so as to attract the most desirable candidates to the job.

A typing test for a secretarial position is an accurate example of a proficiency test.

In large companies,the responsibility for verifying new employees' work authorization usually rests with the:

Define recruitment.Give two examples of internal and external recruitment sources.

Interviewers should ideally refrain from encouraging candidates to ask questions.

A _____ is a list of the positions that are vacant in the organization.

When interviewing candidates,supervisors should ask candidates whether they have a physical or mental condition that would prevent them from performing the job in question.

The Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 requires federal contractors to make special efforts to recruit disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam War.

The Rehabilitation Act of 1973:

Supervision: Tradition and Contemporary Trends

Ensuring High Quality and Productivity

Groups, teams, and Powerful Meetings

Corporate Social Responsibility, ethics, and Sustainability

Managing Diversity

Reaching Goals: Plans and Controls

Organizing and Authority

The Supervisor As Leader

Problem Solving, Decision Making, and Creativity

Communication: Theory and Modern Media

Motivating Employees

Problem Employees: Counseling and Discipline

Managing Time and Stress

Managing Conflict and Change

Providing Orientation and Training

Appraising Performance

Filters