1. Right Answer: D
Explanation: The correct answer is D. This demonstrates the Critical Evaluation competency by providing a job-related reason to support the decision of not hiring the candidate. A, B, and C are incorrect, because prior to the recruitment for this position, the company determined the background requirements, which were most likely reviewed by legal. Once the requirements have been determined, HR must follow the requirements consistently.
2. Right Answer: A
Explanation: McClelland's theory proposes that individuals are motivated by achievement, affiliation, and the desire for power.
3. Right Answer: C
Explanation: Under Theory Y, work is as natural as rest or play, and normal people can learn to seek responsibility and become problem solvers. Managers who believe this empower employees and use leadership and influence to get them committed to project goals without resorting to coercion.
4. Right Answer: A
Explanation: The self-determination theory is based on a belief that people are motivated when they have the ability to direct their actions (autonomy), when they can increase their mastery or competence, and when an action serves a larger purpose.
5. Right Answer: C
Explanation: C is the best response, as the diversity consultant and the HR VP are ensuring that the goals of the stakeholders are aligned with the goals of the company. A is incorrect. There are four layers of diversity (personality, internal dimensions, external dimensions, and organizational dimensions). B is incorrect. It fails to recognize the growing importance of diversity and inclusion to the organization and instead relegates it to being a public relations matter. D is incorrect, as focusing on assimilation would eliminate the very essence of diversity and inclusion.
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