Multiple Choice Quiz


1	The available ("relevant") labor marker should not be considered in the analysis of workforce utilization.
		A)	True.
		B)	False.


2	Cash or merchandise bonus may be offered as an employee incentive for referring a successful candidate to fill a vacant job position.
		A)	True.
		B)	False.


3	Unskilled workers are more likely than skilled workers to use a formal method (such as an employment service) of job search.
		A)	True.
		B)	False.


4	Executive search firms typically focus on referrals who are actively seeking jobs while employment agencies mostly target those not presently in the job market.
		A)	True.
		B)	False.


5	Larger firms are more likely than smaller firms to utilize their internal labor market.
		A)	True.
		B)	False.


6	A "realistic job preview" includes a review of only the negative aspects of a job position.
		A)	True.
		B)	False.


7	The internal labor market includes the following elements:
		A)	formal and informal practices that determine how jobs are organized and described.
		B)	procedures and authorities through which potential candidates are generated by those responsible for filling open jobs.
		C)	methods for choosing among candidates.
		D)	all of the above.


8	The _____________ refers to the time period between the receipt of a resume and a new hire's first day on the job.
		A)	recruitment pipeline
		B)	selection lag
		C)	hiring period
		D)	screening time


9	Unlike those hired through an outside source, ______________ work directly for the hiring organization and may qualify for some, if not all, employee benefits.
		A)	replacement workers
		B)	sub-contractors
		C)	permanent employees
		D)	in-house temporaries


10	_________________ charge a fee regardless of whether they successfully fill the available job position.
		A)	temporary worker pool
		B)	executive search firm
		C)	employment agency
		D)	employee referral


11	Which of the following can be used as a means of evaluating recruitment operations?
		A)	acceptance/offer ratio
		B)	validity generalization of jobs
		C)	analysis of rejection questionnaires
		D)	both a and c


12	People find more jobs through __________ than through employment agencies or direct mailings of resumes.
		A)	personal contacts or networking
		B)	orientation and training programs
		C)	employment tests and personal interviews
		D)	walk-ins or referrals

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