Inadequate Human Resources Planning Within an Organization Can Result in Direct

question 14

Multiple Choice

Inadequate human resources planning within an organization can result in direct costs when labour demand decreases significantly for an extended period of time. Which of the following provides an accurate reason for this?

• A) There is a link to privacy laws.
• B) It would cause hiring more HR staff.
• C) It would cause costs associated with hiring part-time workers.
• D) There are project management costs.
• E) Severance pay is required for a large number of staff.

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