SHRM-CP Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Question 1

Which sourcing strategy is most effective for reaching passive candidates who are not actively job searching?

Accepted Answer

Employee referral programs and professional networking

Answer

Passive candidates are best reached through trusted networks and referrals, as they are not scanning job boards.

Question 2

A structured interview is best defined as:

Accepted Answer

A standardized set of job-related questions asked of all candidates in the same order

Answer

Structured interviews use predetermined, consistent questions for all candidates, improving reliability and legal defensibility.

Question 3

Under the EEOC's Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures, a selection tool has adverse impact if the selection rate for a protected group is less than what fraction of the highest-scoring group's rate?

Accepted Answer

4/5 (80%)

Answer

The four-fifths (80%) rule states that adverse impact is indicated when a protected group's selection rate is less than 80% of the highest group's rate.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a realistic job preview (RJP)?

Accepted Answer

Sharing both positive aspects and genuine challenges of the role with candidates

Answer

A realistic job preview gives candidates an honest picture of the job to improve self-selection and reduce early turnover.

Question 5

Which federal law requires federal contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance qualified individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act

Answer

Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act mandates affirmative action and non-discrimination for individuals with disabilities by federal contractors.

SHRM-CP - Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional Practice Test

SHRM-CP - Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional Practice Test

SHRM-CP Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning