Human Resource Management (HRM) MCQS

Multiple choice Questions on Human Resource Management. Practice for fpsc ppsc exams

HR planning begins with:

A. Recruiting employees

B. Analyzing the organization's strategic plan

C. Conducting performance appraisals

D. Terminating underperformers

Correct answer is: B. Analyzing the organization's strategic plan

The term “compa-ratio” compares:

A. An employee's salary to the market average

B. Two employees' salaries

C. Salary to company profit

D. Bonus to base pay

Correct answer is: A. An employee's salary to the market average

Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) typically provide:

A. Legal defense for the company

B. Confidential counseling for personal or work-related problems

C. Free loans to employees

D. Stock purchase plans

Correct answer is: B. Confidential counseling for personal or work-related problems

The scalar chain principle in organization theory refers to:

A. Unbroken chain of authority from top to bottom

B. Equal pay for all employees

C. Flexible working hours

D. Informal communication networks

Correct answer is: A. Unbroken chain of authority from top to bottom

An internal source of recruitment is:

A. Job portals

B. Campus placements

C. Employee referrals (internal)

D. Promotion from within

Correct answer is: D. Promotion from within

Which of the following is a statutory (legally required) benefit in most countries?

A. Company car

B. Health insurance (in many jurisdictions)

C. Stock options

D. Gym membership

Correct answer is: B. Health insurance (in many jurisdictions)

Workplace stress management is part of:

A. Recruitment

B. Employee wellness

C. Succession planning

D. Job analysis

Correct answer is: B. Employee wellness

Unity of command means an employee should report to:

A. Multiple supervisors

B. Only one superior

C. The HR department

D. External consultants

Correct answer is: B. Only one superior

Which selection test measures a candidate’s potential to learn new skills?

A. Aptitude test

B. Personality test

C. Achievement test

D. Polygraph test

Correct answer is: A. Aptitude test

Pay equity refers to:

A. Paying all employees exactly the same

B. Fair compensation for work of comparable value

C. Performance-based bonuses

D. Profit sharing

Correct answer is: B. Fair compensation for work of comparable value