In the Context of Employee Selection, Which of the Following

question 27

Multiple Choice

In the context of employee selection, which of the following statements is true of interviews?

• A) They often say little about whether a candidate will perform on the job.
• B) The main categories of interviews include skills testing, personality testing, drug testing, and physical exams.
• C) They must measure skills and aptitudes that relate directly to the job itself.
• D) Too many managers use interviews to focus on the needs of the position rather than as get-to-know-you sessions.

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Definitions:

Decentralization

The distribution of decision-making power away from a central authority, often to enhance responsiveness and flexibility in various contexts.

Power

The capacity to influence the actions of others.

Centralization

Centralization indicates the degree to which decision-making authority is concentrated at higher levels within an organization, with fewer people holding the power to make decisions.

Complementary Skills

Complementary skills are diverse abilities that individuals in a team bring together, enhancing the group's overall performance through a synergistic combination of talents.