Which description correctly defines Person Organization Fit?

• A. The fit between a person's abilities and the demands of the job.
• B. The extent to which a person fits with the workgroup's work styles.
• C. The degree to which a person's values, personality, goals, and other characteristics match those of the organization.
• D. The degree to which a person's interests and capabilities align with a profession.

Answer: (D)

Person-Organization Fit is about how well an individual’s values, personality, goals, and other characteristics align with the organization’s values, culture, and overall way of operating. The description that best captures this is the one that highlights matching values, personality, and goals to those of the organization, because it emphasizes cultural congruence and the long-term alignment with the organization rather than just skills or team dynamics.

The other ideas describe different fits: matching abilities to job demands is about person-job fit, fitting with a workgroup’s styles is person-group fit, and aligning interests and capabilities with a profession is person-profession fit.