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WGU C232 Introduction to Human Resources Assessment 1.What the 1 of six competencies of a solid HR professional?ANS 1. Provide transformational leadership
2.1. Which hr resource function helps the organization understand the
num- ber and type of employees the organization will need in the future?a.Recruiting b.Planning c.Appraising d.Compensating ANS Planning
3.2. What are two societal trends that are influencing the world of work?
a.Decreasing world trade b.Changes in communication technology c.Lower college graduation rates 1 / 4
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d.Increased competition ANS Increased competition Changes in communication technology
4.3. Which factor represents an organization's value system?
a.Corporate culture b.Company reputation c.Core competencies d.Brand awareness ANS Corporate culture
5.4. Which activity does the strategic hr manager need to be engaged in
since orgs survive on adaptation?a.Managing succession by creating contingency plans for key employees within the organization b.Taking on fewer roles to maintain a focused approach to organizational productivity improvements c.Maintaining priority on the requisition of services from the management and employees without external considerations 2 / 4
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d.Focusing on acquiring human resources skills while leaving marketing and production techniques to those managers ANS Managing succession by creating contingency plans for key employees
6.5. Which hr resource provides a broad range of support to the overall
org?a.Coordinator b.Specialist 3 / 4
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c.Generalist d.Supervisor ANS Generalist
7.6. A human resources department is working on increasing diversity
within the organization.Which strategic role for a human resources department is being demonstrat- ed?a.Champion for change b.Initiator of outsourcing c.Agent for legal compliance d.Administrator of policy ANS Champion for change
8.7. How should HR encourage high ethical standard of conduct in the
work- place?a.By ensuring compliance with all legal regulations b.By holding monthly training sessions on integrity c.By maintaining equitable pay levels and alignment
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