The Science of Psychology: An Appreciative View, 2nd Edition (King)

Chapter 14: Industrial and Organizational Psychology

True or False

1
Organizational psychology is more focused on increasing cost-effectiveness than is industrial psychology.
A)True
B)False
2
The best workplaces for employees are ones that are flexible and open.
A)True
B)False
3
A job analysis is used to provide feedback to the employee about his or her performance.
A)True
B)False
4
Industrial psychology focuses on the ways in which employees' work can be meaningful and fulfilling in their lives.
A)True
B)False
5
Factors that are related to job satisfaction are quite consistent across cultures.
A)True
B)False
6
Good leaders tend to be low in neuroticism.
A)True
B)False
7
Despite the harm caused to employees, downsizing is usually economically profitable for companies.
A)True
B)False
8
Taking a vacation from work is good for your health.
A)True
B)False
9
It is legal to discriminate against persons with disabilities if their disability prevents them from performing nonessential job functions.
A)True
B)False
10
The hallmark of a structured interview is that each person is asked the same set of questions.
A)True
B)False
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