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Unit 3 - Practice Quiz

HRM203

1 Who is credited with formally introducing the term "Human Resource Development" (HRD) at a conference in the United States in 1969?

A. Peter Drucker
B. Len Nadler
C. T.V. Rao
D. Elton Mayo

2 Which of the following best describes the core focus of HRD compared to traditional Personnel Management?

A. Maintenance of employee records
B. Managing compliance and payroll
C. Developing the competencies and culture of the organization
D. Hiring and firing employees based on immediate needs

3 In the context of the Genesis of HRD, which factor primarily necessitated the shift from simple training to holistic HRD?

A. The invention of the typewriter
B. Rapid technological changes and the need for continuous skill updation
C. The reduction in the global workforce
D. Government regulations banning external recruitment

4 The Scope of HRD generally encompasses which of the following levels?

A. Only the individual employee level
B. Only the top management level
C. Individual, Dyadic, Group, and Organizational levels
D. Only the technical department level

5 Which Approach to HRD views employees as assets whose value can be appreciated through investment in training and development?

A. The Commodity Approach
B. The Human Capital Approach
C. The Paternalistic Approach
D. The Compliance Approach

6 The Integrated HRD System approach emphasizes that:

A. HRD mechanisms should function in isolation
B. Recruitment is the only function that matters
C. Various HRD sub-systems (training, appraisal, rewards) must be interlinked
D. HRD should be outsourced completely

7 In the context of HRD Department functions, what is the primary purpose of Potential Appraisal?

A. To evaluate past performance for salary increments
B. To identify an employee's suitability for higher-level future roles
C. To calculate the total number of leaves taken
D. To discipline employees for poor conduct

8 Which of the following is NOT a standard function of an HRD Department?

A. Training and Development
B. Organizational Development (OD)
C. Career Planning
D. Managing supply chain logistics

9 The Strategic HRD approach aligns HRD practices with:

A. The personal goals of the HR manager
B. The strategic goals and mission of the organization
C. The daily administrative tasks only
D. The competitor's training manual

10 Who is often referred to as the "Father of HRD in India"?

A. C.K. Prahalad
B. T.V. Rao
C. Amartya Sen
D. Ratan Tata

11 The HRD Matrix links which two dimensions?

A. Time and Money
B. HRD Instruments/Mechanisms and HRD Processes/Outcomes
C. Recruitment and Selection
D. Production and Sales

12 In the OCTAPACE culture framework regarding HRD Climate, what does the 'O' stand for?

A. Obedience
B. Openness
C. Observation
D. Order

13 Which component of OCTAPACE refers to the willingness to face problems and work jointly to solve them rather than accusing others?

A. Collaboration
B. Confrontation
C. Trust
D. Proaction

14 What is the primary characteristic of a favorable HRD Climate?

A. Strict hierarchy and fear of punishment
B. High employee turnover
C. Supportive management, trust, and openness
D. Focus solely on profit maximization at any cost

15 In an Integrated HRD System, Performance Appraisal is primarily used for:

A. Punishing underperformers
B. Development and constructive feedback
C. Reducing the workforce
D. Selecting vendors

16 Which function involves the relationship between a senior employee and a junior employee for the purpose of support and guidance?

A. Auditing
B. Mentoring
C. Recruiting
D. Canvassing

17 Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HRD is most effective for personalizing learning by:

A. Assigning the same PDF to everyone
B. Analyzing individual performance data to recommend specific content
C. Randomly selecting courses for employees
D. Forcing employees to study on weekends

18 How can AI-powered Chatbots assist the HRD department?

A. By physically repairing office equipment
B. By answering Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding training and policy 24/7
C. By conducting face-to-face exit interviews
D. By signing legal contracts autonomously

19 What is Gamification in the context of HRD?

A. Playing video games during work hours for fun
B. Applying game-design elements and principles in non-game contexts like learning
C. Developing software games for customers
D. Gambling on employee performance

20 Which of the following is a key benefit of Digital Learning Platforms?

A. They require physical presence in a classroom
B. They allow for 'Anytime, Anywhere' learning
C. They eliminate the need for any content creation
D. They are strictly paper-based

21 In the OCTAPACE culture, 'A' stands for Autonomy. What does this imply?

A. Employees have no supervision
B. Employees have the freedom to act independently within their role boundaries
C. Employees must always ask for permission for minor tasks
D. Automated processing of tasks

22 The Dyadic level of HRD focus refers to:

A. The relationship between the organization and the government
B. The relationship between the employee and their immediate supervisor
C. The relationship between the HR manager and the CEO
D. The relationship between two competing companies

23 If an organization invests amount in training and receives amount as a monetary benefit from increased productivity, the ROI (Return on Investment) is calculated as:

A.
B.
C.
D.

24 Which term describes a system where employees are encouraged to experiment and take calculated risks without fear of severe punishment?

A. Risk-averse Climate
B. Bureaucratic Climate
C. Innovative/Creative HRD Climate
D. Autocratic Climate

25 What is the role of LMS in Digital Learning?

A. Logistics Management System
B. Labor Management Service
C. Learning Management System
D. Legal Mediation Support

26 In the context of AI in HRD, what is Predictive Analytics used for?

A. To guess the lottery numbers
B. To forecast future skills gaps and turnover risks
C. To analyze past history only
D. To automatically fire employees

27 Which element is commonly used in Gamification to indicate progress and achievement?

A. Demerits
B. Badges and Leaderboards
C. Spreadsheets
D. Memos

28 The Paternalistic Approach to HRD is characterized by:

A. Treating employees as equal partners
B. Management acting as a father figure, providing protection in exchange for loyalty
C. Strict adherence to legal contracts only
D. Complete employee autonomy

29 What does the 'E' in OCTAPACE stand for?

A. Efficiency
B. Experimentation
C. Empathy
D. Ethics

30 Organizational Development (OD) is best defined as:

A. A short-term fix for production issues
B. A planned, organization-wide effort to increase effectiveness and health through behavioral science interventions
C. The process of purchasing new office buildings
D. Hiring new managers from competitors

31 Which of the following is an example of Microlearning?

A. A 3-day offsite workshop
B. A 2-hour long video lecture
C. A 3-minute video tutorial on a specific task
D. A 500-page manual

32 The concept of "Learning Organization" popularized by Peter Senge is closely related to:

A. Traditional HRD
B. Administrative HR
C. Continuous improvement and adaptive HRD systems
D. Static management

33 In an Integrated HRD System, Career Planning links primarily with:

A. Succession Planning and Training
B. Payroll processing
C. Cafeteria management
D. Legal compliance

34 Which of the following describes the Psychological Climate in an organization?

A. The physical temperature of the office
B. The individual employee's perception of the work environment
C. The actual written policies of the company
D. The financial health of the company

35 What is a potential ethical concern regarding AI in HRD?

A. AI is too fast
B. Algorithmic bias in recruitment or performance evaluation
C. AI uses too much electricity
D. AI cannot spell correctly

36 The Systematic Approach to training involves:

A. Training whenever the manager feels like it
B. Training Needs Analysis (TNA), Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
C. Skipping the evaluation phase
D. Using only external trainers

37 In the context of HRD, VR stands for:

A. Variable Rate
B. Virtual Reality
C. Visual Recording
D. Valid Reasoning

38 Which HRD mechanism ensures that employees know what is expected of them?

A. Potential Appraisal
B. Performance Coaching
C. Role Analysis / Role Clarity
D. Salary Negotiation

39 In the OCTAPACE framework, Proaction means:

A. Reacting to problems after they occur
B. Taking initiative and anticipating issues before they arise
C. Waiting for instructions
D. Professional action

40 Which of the following is a Digital Learning Platform format that allows massive numbers of learners to participate?

A. OJT (On-the-Job Training)
B. MOOC (Massive Open Online Course)
C. Mentoring
D. Job Rotation

41 The primary objective of Succession Planning is:

A. To force retirement
B. To ensure a pipeline of leaders is ready to replace key roles
C. To save money on salaries
D. To promote nepotism

42 How does Adaptive Learning (enabled by AI) differ from traditional e-learning?

A. It is cheaper
B. It adjusts the content difficulty and path based on learner performance in real-time
C. It uses more videos
D. It is only available on mobile

43 Which HRD outcome is characterized by employees feeling they are a significant part of the organization?

A. Alienation
B. Commitment / Belongingness
C. Compliance
D. Detachment

44 Social Learning in a digital context is facilitated by:

A. Isolation booths
B. Discussion forums, wikis, and collaborative tools
C. Read-only PDF files
D. Strict examination protocols

45 Which of the following is a function of the HRD Manager as a 'Strategic Advisor'?

A. Fixing computers
B. Consulting with top management on how development aligns with business goals
C. Planning the cafeteria menu
D. Distributing paychecks

46 The 'C' in OCTAPACE usually stands for Collaboration. What is its opposite in a poor climate?

A. Teamwork
B. Isolation / Individualism
C. Support
D. Trust

47 What is the benefit of Simulations in HRD training?

A. They are real-life risks
B. They allow practice in a risk-free environment
C. They are cheaper than reading a book
D. They require no technology

48 In the context of the HRD Department, OD interventions are aimed at:

A. Individual skill building only
B. Changing the system, culture, and processes
C. Hiring new staff
D. Reducing travel costs

49 Which approach focuses on ensuring that HRD practices comply with legal and regulatory requirements?

A. Strategic Approach
B. Compliance Approach
C. Human Capital Approach
D. Integrated Approach

50 An Integrated HRD System requires support primarily from:

A. External consultants only
B. Top Management
C. The IT department only
D. The interns