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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.