Human Resources Selection (Scenario)

question 55

Multiple Choice

Human Resources Selection (Scenario)
Denise has been asked by her boss, Stephen, the vice-president of human resources, to review the selection methods their firm has been using and to recommend improvements for future recruiting. It seems that recent hires have not been working out, and this has caused friction between the human resources department and the front-line managers who have to utilize the talent sent to them. In addition, there was currently a need to hire some top executives in the company, and due to the responsibility these positions carry, Stephen wanted to ensure they selected the best possible candidates.
-Denise also recommended the use of interviews,particularly for management positions.Which of the following is a good suggestion for Denise to help make interviews more valid and reliable at her company?

• A)Do not ask questions that require applicants to give detailed accounts of job behaviours.
• B)Have general information about the job for which applicants are interviewing.
• C)Maximize any prior knowledge of applicants' background,experience,interests,test scores,or other characteristics.
• D)Use a standardized evaluation form.

Understand the role of historical movements and theories in shaping current discourses on sexuality.

Understand the various aspects of sexual orientation and gender identity.

Recognize the impact of societal norms and biases on individuals based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Identify and analyze instances of discrimination and marginalization within the LGBTQ+ community and broader society.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

Feeling mentally unsettled due to the presence of two or more clashing beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Cohesive

Characteristics of a group or material that hold it together, uniting elements to function or act as a single entity.

Diffusion of Responsibility

A sociopsychological phenomenon where individuals are less likely to take action or feel a sense of responsibility in the presence of others.

Collaboratively

Working together with one or more people in order to achieve a common goal or produce a shared outcome.