Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Current View

question 252

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the current view of the role of human resource management within a firm?

• A)human resource management is largely a clerical function that involves keeping records,processing payroll,and making sure that federal regulations are met
• B)human resource management has become so complex that only highly trained human resource specialists should make human resource decisions
• C)human resource management functions have become so important that in many firms all managers now perform them
• D)changes in technology have largely done away with the need for a separate human resource department

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Definitions:

Flexible

Capable of adapting to changes and new conditions in a thoughtful and efficient manner.

Span of Control

The number of individuals that a manager or supervisor is directly responsible for overseeing in an organizational structure.

Supervisory Direction

Guidance and oversight provided by supervisors to ensure tasks and activities are completed according to organizational standards.

Assembly Plant

A manufacturing facility where various components of a product are put together to form a final product.