In a Task Analysis,what Are Competencies and How Are They

question 23

Multiple Choice

In a task analysis,what are competencies and how are they used?

• A) Competencies are very similar to skills and are used in a very specific manner rather than a generalized one.
• B) Competencies are behaviours that are used to distinguish effective performers from ineffective performers.
• C) Competencies are related to knowledge, skills, behaviours and personality traits and are used to link training to organizational objectives.
• D) Competencies are essential to develop observable performance behaviours which are used to replace all job descriptions.

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Definitions:

High Need for Affiliation

A psychological term referring to an individual's desire to build relationships and interact closely with others.

Self-Determination Theory

A theory of motivation that relates the satisfaction of three basic psychological needs to autonomous or controlled motivation.

Motivation

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors, driving individuals to pursue and achieve objectives.

Autonomous

The capability of a system or machine to operate independently without direct human control.