Test on Introduction to Industrial and Organisational Psychology

Question 1: Psychology is primarily concerned with explaining only psychological wellness and not maladjustment.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that psychology provides explanations for what, why, how of human behaviour, and explains both psychological wellness and maladjustment.

Question 2: According to the study materials, what was a key focus of I-O Psychology during the 1950s-1990s period?

A. Improving efficiency and productivity through scientific management

B. Rapid expansion of psychological testing and personnel selection

C. Greater emphasis on motivation, leadership, and organisational behaviour

D. Addressing technology, diversity, well-being, and organisational change

Explanation: The study materials state that the 1950s–1990s period in I-O Psychology saw a 'Greater emphasis on motivation, leadership and organisational behaviour'.

Question 3: The Department of Higher Education serves as one of the governance bodies for psychology in South Africa.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The Department of Higher Education is listed as one of the various bodies that govern psychology in South Africa.

Question 4: Various non-psychological registration categories for individuals with HR qualifications, including degrees, diplomas, and certificates, are possible with the SABPP.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials explicitly state that 'Various non-psychological registration categories for people with HR qualifications (degrees, diplomas and certificates) are possible with the SABPP-not related to the HPCSA.'

Question 5: Which Act coordinates and controls the HPCSA as the governing body for all health-related professions in South Africa?

A. Professional Board for Psychology Act

B. Health Professions Act (No. 56 of 1974)

C. South African Board for People Practices Act

D. Department of Higher Education Act

Explanation: The study materials state that the HPCSA, which is the coordinating and controlling body for all health-related professions in South Africa, is governed by the Health Professions Act (No. 56 of 1974) and its amendments.