Refer to the Following Figure to Answer the Following Questions

question 104

Multiple Choice

Refer to the following figure to answer the following questions.
Figure 9.3: Percent Change in U.S. Employment: 1980-2015
-Based on the data presented in Figure 9.3, which of the following periods is/are likely (an) expansion(s) ?

• A) 1988, 2006, and 2014
• B) 1988 and 2014
• C) 1981, 1990, and 2001
• D) 2002
• E) Not enough information is given.

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Definitions:

Organizational Flexibility

The ability of an organization to adapt rapidly and efficiently to changes in the internal and external environment.

HR Forecasting

The process of predicting an organization's future human resources needs based on current data, trends, and projected future events to ensure that the right number of people with the right skills are available when needed.

HR Strategies

Long-term plans designed to align human resource management with the overall goals of an organization to achieve competitive advantage.

KSAOs

The knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics that are necessary for a person to perform well in a job. Also referred to as job specifications, KSAOs are derived from job analysis.