Human Resources Recruitment & Selection

Question 1

Which federal law prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?

Accepted Answer

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act

Answer

The ADA

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FMLA

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FLSA

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a job analysis in the recruiting process?

Accepted Answer

To define job duties, responsibilities, and required qualifications

Answer

To set the salary range

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To screen resumes

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To conduct background checks

Question 3

An employer uses a cognitive ability test that disproportionately screens out minority applicants. This may constitute which type of discrimination?

Accepted Answer

Disparate impact

Answer

Disparate treatment

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Quid pro quo

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Hostile work environment

Question 4

What does the 'four-fifths rule' (80% rule) measure in employment selection?

Accepted Answer

Adverse impact

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Turnover rate

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Training effectiveness

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Compensation equity

Question 5

Which interview format uses pre-determined questions asked in the same order to all candidates?

Accepted Answer

Structured interview

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Unstructured interview

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Panel interview

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Stress interview

Question 6

What is 'employment at will' in the US?

Accepted Answer

Either party may end the employment relationship at any time for any lawful reason

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An employer must provide 30 days notice before termination

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Employees may only be fired for cause

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Employment contracts are required for all workers