Human Resources Quiz - CBSE Class 8 Social Science
Free practice quiz: Human Resources (CBSE Class 8 Social Science). 19 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.
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What does the term 'human resource' refer to?
- Natural resources like minerals
- Human-made resources like machines
- Skills and abilities of people
- Monetary resources
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Answer: C. Skills and abilities of people
Human resources refer to the skills, abilities, and workforce of people who contribute to production and development.
Which of the following is a social characteristic impacting human resources?
- Access to housing
- Physical geography
- Climate
- Soil fertility
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Answer: A. Access to housing
Social characteristics such as access to housing impact the health and development of human resources.
How does technology influence human resources?
- It decreases workforce demand
- It makes skills obsolete
- It enhances skills and productivity
- It has no impact
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Answer: C. It enhances skills and productivity
Technology enhances productivity by making tasks more efficient and often requires workforce reskilling.
Which region is least likely to have developed human resources?
- Areas with high educational facilities
- Regions with political stability
- Places with limited healthcare access
- Countries with technological advancements
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Answer: C. Places with limited healthcare access
Regions with limited healthcare access tend to have less developed human resources due to impacts on health and productivity.
What impact does cultural diversity have on human resources?
- It limits innovation
- It fosters creativity and problem-solving
- It causes cultural clashes
- It increases communication barriers
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Answer: B. It fosters creativity and problem-solving
Cultural diversity can lead to a richer pool of ideas and approaches, fostering innovation and effective problem-solving in human resources.