Question

Determination of a suitable job for the worker or providing right type of worker for the job is called ________.

• A. Induction
• B. Selection
• C. Promotion
• D. Placement

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Placement

Placement refers to putting the right person in the right position and at the right time for better results. Proper placement leads to a reduction in employees turnover, reduces wastage, and increases the productivity of the firm. Thus, it is necessary to place the right person at work.

Whereas induction is the introduction session of the new employees to the organization and prepares them for their new role. It helps employees get acquainted with their fellow employees. Selection is the process of studying the applications received for the job and choosing the ones who are found suitable for the job and passed on to the next level of selection. Promotion is a shift from a job in the organization itself with an increase in status and responsibilities.

Hence, option (D) is the correct answer.