Human Resources questions and answers

10 questions in 1 online test, each with its answer and a worked solution.

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Human Resources: key points

Human resources questions cover recruitment, motivation theories, appraisal and the thinkers behind them.

  • Recruitment attracts applicants, selection chooses among them and induction introduces them to the organisation.
  • Motivation: Maslow (hierarchy of needs), Herzberg (two factors), McGregor (Theory X and Theory Y).
  • Management thinkers: Taylor (scientific management), Fayol (principles of management), Mayo (Hawthorne studies), Drucker (management by objectives).
  • A job description lists the duties; a job specification lists the qualities needed in the person.

How to practise Human Resources

Start with the key points, then take one Human Resources test without rushing. Review every explanation, note the steps you missed and repeat the topic against the clock. APTITUDE TESTER has 10 questions in 1 test for this topic.

  • Read the method before attempting a timed test.
  • Record mistakes by type: concept, calculation or time management.
  • Return to the hardest questions after a day and try them again.

Continue with another Professional Knowledge topic when your accuracy is steady.

Human Resources online tests

Sample Human Resources questions

  1. 1. The process of searching for prospective employees and encouraging them to apply for jobs is called
    1. Selection
    2. Placement
    3. Induction
    4. Recruitment

    Reference: q-4ef4bf38-100 · Report this question

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    Answer: D. Recruitment

    Recruitment attracts applicants; selection then chooses among them.
  2. 2. In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which needs are at the lowest level?
    1. Self-actualisation needs
    2. Safety needs
    3. Esteem needs
    4. Physiological needs

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    Answer: D. Physiological needs

    Physiological needs such as food, water and shelter form the base of the hierarchy.
  3. 3. The two-factor theory of motivation was proposed by
    1. Abraham Maslow
    2. Douglas McGregor
    3. Victor Vroom
    4. Frederick Herzberg

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    Answer: D. Frederick Herzberg

    Herzberg distinguished between motivators and hygiene factors.

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Human Resources: questions people ask

How many Human Resources questions are there?

There are 10 Human Resources questions in 1 test. Each test has its own page that lists the questions with their answers and solutions.

How long does a Human Resources test take?

A test of 10 questions has a time limit of 15 minutes, which is 90 seconds a question.

Is there negative marking?

Rules vary by set. The rules screen shows the time limit, marks, any wrong-answer penalty and calculator permission before you begin. Feedback mode has no time limit or negative marking.

Can I practise Human Resources without a time limit?

Yes. Choose practice mode: there is no clock, and the answer and solution appear as soon as you select an option.