Which of the Following Is True of the Point Factor

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the point factor method of job evaluation?

• A) In this method, descriptions of job classes are written and then each job is put into a grade according to the class it best matches.
• B) It is a complex quantitative method that combines the ranking and classification methods.
• C) It looks at compensable factors in a group of similar jobs and assigns weights to them.
• D) It is a simple system that places jobs in order, from highest to lowest, by their value to the organization.

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Definitions:

Temporary Groups

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Task Interdependence

The degree to which the work performed by one employee is dependent on the work performed by another employee or group within an organization.

Informal Groups

Groups within an organization that form naturally among employees, based on common interests or friendships rather than formal structures.

Drive To Bond

An innate drive in humans to form close and meaningful relationships with others.