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HRCI PHR Exam - Topic 2 Question 115 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRCI's PHR exam
Question #: 115
Topic #: 2
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what nonmathematical forecasting technique uses rounds of anonymous surveys among participants to determine consensus on the direction of employment trends, candidate selection, or other forecasting topics?

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Suggested Answer: A

The Delphi Technique is a nonmathematical forecasting technique to find consensus. The approach uses rounds of anonymous surveys to remove influence of parties and repercussion of opinions.

Answer option C is incorrect. A management forecast is a nonmathematical forecasting technique that relies on organization's managers as a source of expert judgment.

Answer option B is incorrect. Qualitative forecast is a generic term for a qualified forecast based on given information, experience, or preferences.

Answer option D is incorrect. Trend analysis is a forecasting method but it is a mathematical model to predict likely outcomes.


by Fairy at Jul 31, 2025, 01:24 AM

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Tequila
2 months ago
Wait, is that really how it works? Sounds kinda odd.
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Regenia
2 months ago
Totally agree, Delphi is the way to go!
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Virgie
3 months ago
I thought it was a Management forecast.
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Kirby
3 months ago
Trend analysis is more about data, not surveys.
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Dominga
3 months ago
It's definitely the Delphi Technique!
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Amber
3 months ago
I feel like the Delphi Technique is definitely the right choice here. It’s the only one that fits the description of using rounds of surveys to reach consensus.
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Graciela
4 months ago
I'm a bit confused. I thought qualitative forecasts also involved gathering opinions, but maybe that's not the same as the rounds of surveys?
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Josephine
4 months ago
I remember practicing a question like this, and I think the Delphi Technique was specifically mentioned as a way to gather expert opinions anonymously.
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Annelle
4 months ago
I think the answer might be the Delphi Technique, but I'm not entirely sure. It sounds familiar from our discussions on forecasting methods.
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Levi
4 months ago
Okay, I remember learning about the Delphi Technique in class. It's a great way to get input from a group of experts without bias. I'm pretty sure that's the answer to this question.
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Alfreda
4 months ago
The Delphi Technique sounds familiar, but I'm not confident that's the right answer. Maybe I should review my notes on forecasting methods before selecting an answer.
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Hector
4 months ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I know the Delphi Technique is a forecasting method, but I can't remember the specifics. Guess I'll have to think it through.
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Iola
5 months ago
I think the Delphi Technique is the right answer here. It involves multiple rounds of anonymous surveys to reach consensus on forecasting topics.
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Joanna
5 months ago
I'm not sure, but I think C) Management forecast could also be a possible answer.
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Carol
5 months ago
I agree with Tori, the Delphi Technique involves rounds of anonymous surveys to determine consensus.
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Tori
6 months ago
I think the answer is A) Delphi Technique.
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Derick
6 months ago
I'm going with the Delphi Technique. It's like a fancy version of that game where you pass a note around the class and see what it says at the end.
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Roosevelt
5 months ago
I think I'll go with the Qualitative forecast, it seems like a reliable option too.
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Blondell
5 months ago
I agree, the Delphi Technique is a great way to gather consensus without bias.
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Elly
7 months ago
The Delphi Technique is the way to go. It's like a crystal ball for forecasting, but without the risk of accidentally summoning a demon.
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Viva
7 months ago
Hmm, I'm not too sure about this one. I feel like trend analysis might be a better fit, but the Delphi Technique does make sense too.
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Oliva
5 months ago
But trend analysis also seems like a plausible option.
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William
5 months ago
I agree, it involves rounds of anonymous surveys to determine consensus.
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Raymon
5 months ago
I think the Delphi Technique is the right answer.
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Vesta
6 months ago
I think the Delphi Technique is the right answer.
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Carla
7 months ago
The Delphi Technique definitely sounds like the right answer here. I've heard it's a pretty reliable way to get a consensus on forecasting.
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Roslyn
5 months ago
I've used the Delphi Technique before, it's a useful tool for forecasting trends.
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Luisa
5 months ago
I think the Delphi Technique is the most effective nonmathematical forecasting technique.
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Kristel
7 months ago
I agree, the Delphi Technique is a great way to gather consensus.
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