The Position of Vice-President of HR Is Open in a Large

question 46

Multiple Choice

The position of vice-president of HR is open in a large paper-products manufacturing company.Two individuals are being considered,both from the internal HR function at the firm.The selection committee wants the new vice-president to be a strategic contributor to the firm.All of the following competencies are highly desirable EXCEPT

• A) that the candidate understands the paper-products business in all aspects.
• B) that the candidate be a highly detail-oriented person.
• C) that the candidate demonstrate ethical behavior.
• D) that the candidate be results-oriented.

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Definitions:

Conglomerate

A coarse-grained sedimentary rock composed of rounded fragments or clasts of pre-existing rocks.

Basalt

A dark, fine-grained volcanic rock that is formed from the rapid cooling of basaltic lava at the Earth's surface.

Clasts

Fragments of geological detritus, such as minerals and rocks, formed by weathering and erosion.

Unconformity

A geological surface that represents a gap in the geological record, often due to erosion or lack of deposition over a period of time.