Which of the following terms refer to studying a firms past employment needs over a period of years to predict future needs?

1

Copyright © 2017 Pearson Education, Inc.

Human Resource Management, 15e (Dessler)

Chapter 5 Personnel Planning and Recruiting

1) What is the first step in the recruitment and selection process?

A) performing initial screening interviews

B) building a pool of candidates

C) performing candidate background checks

D) deciding what positions to fill

Answer: D

Explanation: D) The first step of the recruitment and selection process is deciding what

positions to fill through personnel planning and forecasting.

Difficulty: Moderate

Chapter: 5

Objective: 1

AACSB: Analytical Thinking

Learning Outcome: 5.1 Explain the main techniques used in employment planning and

forecasting.

2) Which of the following terms refers to the background investigations, tests, and physical

exams that firms use to identify viable candidates for a job?

A) selection tools

B) job analysis methods

C) personnel techniques

D) forecasting tools

Answer: A

Explanation: A) Selection tools, such as tests, background investigations, and physical exams,

are used by firms to identify viable candidates for a job. After candidates complete applications

and undergo initial screening interviews, a firm uses these selection tools before interviewing the

candidate more thoroughly or making a job offer.

Difficulty: Easy

Chapter: 5

Objective: 1

AACSB: Analytical Thinking

Learning Outcome: 5.1 Explain the main techniques used in employment planning and

forecasting.