Training Is Different from Development, in That

question 47

Multiple Choice

Training is different from development, in that:

• A)development focuses on the present, while training focuses on the future.
• B)training considers an employee's work experience more than development does.
• C)development aims to prepare employees for changes, while training prepares them for current jobs.
• D)participation in training is voluntary, while that in development is required.
• E)unlike development, training considers requirements of jobs that do not exist as yet.

Identify the use and purpose of personality assessments and inventories.

Compare individualistic versus collectivist cultures and their impact on personality traits.

Describe the development and application of key personality theories and tests.

Recognize the consistent aspects of personality across different cultures.

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