Worldatwork Exam GR1 Topic 1 Question 73 Discussion

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Question #: 73
Topic #: 1

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Carla's job at the XYZ Company evolved over the many years she worked there. As she gained additional knowledge and skills, her responsibilities expanded into many diverse areas. When the time came to update her job description, her supervisor asked Carla to document all of the duties she performed in her area as well as those she had taken on over the years due to her versatility. Based on the above, which of the following statements is most accurate?

AThe supervisor should not have asked Carla to contribute to the job description. Job descriptions should be developed only by human resources and management.

BThe job description will be far more relevant than before because of the addition of duties that Carla has taken on over the years.

CAlthough it is useful to have input from the job incumbent, care should be taken to avoid basing the job description on the specific individual who is filling the job.

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Suggested Answer: C

by Pilar at Apr 26, 2024, 01:56 PM

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Asuncion

4 months ago

I'm going with C. Gotta keep that job description future-proof, not just a Carla-shaped mold.

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Louisa

3 months ago

Having a job description based solely on one person can limit the potential for growth and change within the role.

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Marsha

3 months ago

It's important to have input from the job incumbent, but the job description should be more general to allow for flexibility.

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Maira

3 months ago

I agree with you, C seems like the most logical choice to ensure the job description is not tied to one specific person.

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Lashon

4 months ago

Haha, option A sounds like something a lazy HR rep would say. 'Just leave it to us, we know best!' Riiiight.

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Justa

2 months ago

It's a balance though, we don't want the job description to be too specific to just one person.

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Filiberto

2 months ago

I think option B makes the most sense. Carla's experience should be reflected in the job description.

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Rima

2 months ago

Yeah, it's important for Carla to provide input on her own job description.

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Janine

2 months ago

I agree, option A seems like a cop-out.

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Lorrie

4 months ago

I'd have to disagree with A. Carla's input is valuable, and it would be a shame to ignore her real-world experience.

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Winifred

4 months ago

But we should also be careful not to make the job description too specific to Carla. It should still be relevant for any future employees in that role.

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Cathrine

4 months ago

I agree with Lashaunda. Carla's input will make the job description more accurate and reflective of the actual duties performed.

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Thersa

4 months ago

B seems like the best choice. Carla's expanded responsibilities should be reflected in the updated job description to make it more accurate and comprehensive.

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Annita

3 months ago

Having Carla contribute to the job description will definitely make it more relevant and comprehensive. It's a good idea to include her input.

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Kristofer

3 months ago

I agree, B does seem like the best choice. It's important for the job description to accurately reflect Carla's expanded responsibilities.

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Lashaunda

4 months ago

I think the supervisor did the right thing by asking Carla to contribute to the job description.

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Nina

4 months ago

I'd go with option C. Carla's input is helpful, but the job description should focus on the role, not just the individual currently filling it.

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Mariann

4 months ago

But we should also be careful not to make the job description too specific to Carla. Option C makes a good point.

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Georgene

4 months ago

I agree with Aide. Carla's experience and knowledge should be reflected in the job description.

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Aide

4 months ago

I think option B is the most accurate. Carla's input will make the job description more relevant.

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