Which Statement Is True of the Position Analysis Questionnaire (PAQ)

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true of the Position Analysis Questionnaire (PAQ) ?

• A) It considers only the inputs of a work process, ignoring the outputs.
• B) PAQ reports are very useful for writing job descriptions or redesigning jobs.
• C) PAQ ratings cannot be used to compare dissimilar jobs.
• D) The descriptions in the PAQ reports are very clear and specific.
• E) The PAQ is meant to be completed only by job analysts trained in this method.

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Definitions:

Cartel

A coalition of manufacturers or suppliers aiming to uphold high price points and curtail competitive forces.

Oligopoly

A market structure characterized by a small number of firms that have significant market power, which allows them to collaborate, thereby influencing prices and production.

Cooperation and Self-Interest

The concept that individuals or groups may work together towards mutual benefit, driven by their own personal gain.

Oligopolistic Firms

Companies that operate in a market structure characterized by a small number of competitors dominating the industry.