A core competency can be defined in four different ways. Which is one of the four definitions? a. Activities that will increase profitability b. Activities that will result in innovation c. Activities traditionally performed internally d. Activities that will reduce debt load 18. No department is immune to being outsourced. For HR, which function is most likely to be outsourced? a. HR Planning b. HR Payroll c. HR Pension Administration d. HR Downsizing 19. With organizations wishing to promote internally, which of the following is the best reason to give preference to an internal candidate when filling a job opening? a. New employees are willing to learning faster than current employees b. It reduces human resource forecasting costs c. Current employees are already socialized to the norms, rules, and procedures of the organization d. It enables the organization to reinforce staffing policies