Question 1

Which of the following is true of job enlargement?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is a systematic approach to help an organization modify its core processes to achieve more efficient results.
B)   It aims at greater productivity through reduced application of mental and physical effort.
C)   It involves attempts to motivate employees by giving them the opportunity to use specific skill sets.
D)   It involves moving employees through a series of job assignments in one or more functional areas.
E)   It involves adding challenges or new responsibilities to employees' current jobs.F) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 2

Which of the following is a potential problem of job rotation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Employees typically develop a short-term perspective on problems and solutions.
B)   Employees generally earn less.
C)   Promotions usually take longer.
D)   Employees typically develop specialized skills but fail to use them due to quick rotations.
E)   It decreases employees' understanding of different company functions.F) None of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 3

Which of the following statements about Benchmarks is true?

Accepted Answer

A)   While managers enjoy completing the instrument and find the results interesting, research is inconclusive regarding the skills measured and their relationship to on-the-job performance.
B)   The items measured by Benchmarks are based on research into the lessons that executives learn in critical events of their careers.
C)   The instrument measures 24 skills and perspectives including how well managers accomplish tasks by completing the tasks themselves.
D)   To provide a complete picture of managers' skills, only the managers' supervisors and peers should complete the instrument.
E)   Research suggests that Benchmarks are valid for predicting performance, salary level, and career advancement.F) A) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 4

Which of the following is a characteristic of a successful formal mentoring program?

Accepted Answer

A)   Mentor and protégé participation is mandatory.
B)   Managers are rewarded for employee development.
C)   Mentors are chosen on a random basis.
D)   Mentors become therapists for their protégés.
E)   Mentor-protégé relationships are artificially created.F) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 5

Allowing employees to take a full-time temporary position at another company is known as a(n) :

Accepted Answer

A)   transfer.
B)   expatriate assignment.
C)   sabbatical.
D)   externship.
E)   lateral move.F) C) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 6

In a self-assessment,the organization's responsibility is to identify opportunities and areas that need improvement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The final step in the career management process is:

Accepted Answer

A)   self-assessment.
B)   reality check.
C)   goal setting.
D)   action planning.
E)   feedback.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 8

_____ help(s) employees select development activities that prepare them to meet their career goals.

Accepted Answer

A)   Career path
B)   Training
C)   Policy analysis
D)   Job sharing
E)   Career managementF) All of the above
G) B) and C)

Question 9

An employee's tolerance for uncertainty and the ability to get along with others are assessed in _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   leaderless group discussions
B)   in-basket exercises
C)   personality tests
D)   role-plays
E)   interviewsF) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 10

According to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator,Extroverted types (E) gain energy through:

Accepted Answer

A)   interpersonal relationships.
B)   personal thoughts.
C)   gathering facts and details.
D)   establishing goals.
E)   inner feelings.F) All of the above
G) C) and D)

Question 11

Describe a leaderless group discussion.

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A leaderless group discussion is an asse...

Question 12

The career management process starts with:

Accepted Answer

A)   self-assessment.
B)   goal setting.
C)   reality checking.
D)   identifying the steps and timetable to reach a goal.
E)   specifying competencies to be developed.F) None of the above
G) C) and D)

Question 13

Discuss the relationship between training,development,and careers.

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Training focuses on improving performanc...

Question 14

Coaches are peers or managers who work with other employees to motivate them,help them develop their skills,and provide them with reinforcement and feedback.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Women and minorities often have trouble finding mentors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following assessment center exercises is being used when a team of five to seven employees is assigned a problem and must work together to solve it within a certain time period?

Accepted Answer

A)   Interview session
B)   Leaderless group discussion
C)   Role playing
D)   In-basket exercise
E)   Personality testF) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 17

Research on the validity,reliability,and effectiveness of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is inconclusive.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is a valuable tool for understanding communication styles,appraising employees' performance,and evaluating employees' promotion potential.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following helps identify employees' preferences for working in different types of environments like sales and counseling?

Accepted Answer

A)   Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
B)   Self-Directed Search
C)   Leaderless group discussion
D)   Occupational Outlook Handbook
E)   Strong-Campbell Interest InventoryF) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 20

According to the lifestyle dichotomy of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator,individuals with a _____ preference enjoy surprises and dislike deadlines.

Accepted Answer

A)   Judging (J) 
B)   Perceiving (P) 
C)   Thinking (T) 
D)   Feeling (F) 
E)   Sensing (S) F) All of the above
G) A) and B)

Exam 9: Developing Employees for Future Success

Which of the following assessment center exercises is being used when a team of five to seven employees is assigned a problem and must work together to solve it within a certain time period?

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Research on the validity,reliability,and effectiveness of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is inconclusive.

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Which of the following helps identify employees' preferences for working in different types of environments like sales and counseling?

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Which of the following is a potential problem of job rotation?

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Which of the following is true of job enlargement?

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The final step in the career management process is:

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Describe a leaderless group discussion.

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Allowing employees to take a full-time temporary position at another company is known as a(n) :

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Which of the following statements about Benchmarks is true?

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Women and minorities often have trouble finding mentors.

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An employee's tolerance for uncertainty and the ability to get along with others are assessed in _____.

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The career management process starts with:

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In a self-assessment,the organization's responsibility is to identify opportunities and areas that need improvement.

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Coaches are peers or managers who work with other employees to motivate them,help them develop their skills,and provide them with reinforcement and feedback.

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The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is a valuable tool for understanding communication styles,appraising employees' performance,and evaluating employees' promotion potential.

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According to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator,Extroverted types (E) gain energy through:

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Discuss the relationship between training,development,and careers.

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According to the lifestyle dichotomy of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator,individuals with a _____ preference enjoy surprises and dislike deadlines.

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_____ help(s) employees select development activities that prepare them to meet their career goals.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a successful formal mentoring program?

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