In addition to the incumbent, the best individual (or party) to contact to clarify task statements is

The learning curve for a product is 80 percent. The first unit took 100 hours to complete. The manufacturer wants to determine how many hours the fifth unit will take by using the formula approach. What is the coefficient b for that calculation?

A) -.0969 B) -.2231 C) -.3219 D) .80 E) 1.903

Nathan, the manager of the accounts team at GELI, fills out questionnaires for each of the employees in his department, evaluating them on criteria such as productivity, personal traits, and work habits

He later sits down with each employee to discuss the ratings and work out ways in which the employee can improve, both in terms of productivity and behavior. Which of the following is Nathan conducting? A) job description and selection B) selection and recruitment C) planning and budgeting D) performance appraisal E) pre-employment testing