#1
What is a key characteristic of a High-Performance Work System (HPWS)?
Low employee involvement
Decentralized decision-making
Emphasis on individual tasks
Integrated HR practices
#2
What is the primary focus of High-Performance Work Systems?
Cost reduction
Employee satisfaction
Organizational performance
Workplace safety
#3
Which of the following is a characteristic of a high-performance culture?
Low levels of collaboration
Lack of accountability
Continuous improvement
Resistance to change
#4
Which of the following is a primary goal of implementing a High-Performance Work System?
Reducing employee morale
Enhancing organizational performance
Increasing turnover rates
Promoting job dissatisfaction
#5
What is the role of employee involvement in a High-Performance Work System?
To limit collaboration
To hinder communication
To foster teamwork and collaboration
To discourage innovation
#6
What role does communication play in High-Performance Work Systems?
It hinders employee collaboration
It facilitates knowledge sharing and collaboration
It increases organizational secrecy
It discourages employee feedback
#7
Which of the following is a characteristic of a high-commitment work system?
High levels of employee autonomy
Low emphasis on employee training
Focus on short-term goals
Long-term employment security
#8
How does High-Performance Work Systems contribute to organizational competitiveness?
By promoting low employee morale
By increasing employee turnover
By enhancing employee skills and motivation
By limiting employee autonomy
#9
Which of the following is an example of a flexible work arrangement often seen in High-Performance Work Systems?
Strict adherence to traditional office hours
Mandatory overtime for all employees
Telecommuting options
Limited vacation days
#10
Which component is NOT typically part of a High-Performance Work System?
Training and development
Performance-based pay
Strict hierarchy
Employee involvement programs
#11
In the context of HPWS, what does the term 'flexible job design' refer to?
Rigid job roles and responsibilities
Adaptable and varied job tasks
Limited employee autonomy
Static work environment
#12
What is the significance of employee involvement in decision-making within High-Performance Work Systems?
It leads to decreased employee motivation
It fosters a sense of ownership and commitment
It results in rigid organizational structures
It promotes hierarchical communication
#13
Which of the following HR practices is commonly associated with High-Performance Work Systems?
Minimal investment in employee development
Fixed job roles with no flexibility
Competitive individual performance evaluations
Team-based rewards and recognition
#14
In the context of HPWS, what does 'skill variety' refer to?
The degree to which employees are assigned tasks with clear instructions
The extent to which employees use a wide range of skills and abilities in their work
The level of repetition in employees' tasks
The availability of advanced technology in the workplace
#15
What is the role of HRM (Human Resource Management) in implementing High-Performance Work Systems?
To discourage employee involvement in decision-making
To develop and implement HR practices supportive of organizational goals
To minimize investment in employee training and development
To maintain a rigid organizational structure