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Question 21
What compensation plan links pay to specific financial metrics like company profitability?
a) Direct compensation
b) Gainsharing
c) Cash plans
d) Indirect compensation
Correct Answer: c) Cash plans
Explanation: Cash plans are financial incentives tied to the company's profitability, rewarding employees based on organizational performance. Gainsharing relates to operational metrics rather than strictly financial ones.
Question 22
What is the primary focus of a job analysis?
a) Identifying the skills required for a job
b) Calculating compensation packages
c) Conducting employee performance reviews
d) Managing employee benefits
Correct Answer: a) Identifying the skills required for a job
Explanation: Job analysis focuses on identifying the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required for effective job performance, which informs recruitment, selection, and training processes.
Question 23
What performance appraisal method involves comparing each employee to every other employee in pairs?
a) Paired comparison
b) Behaviorally anchored rating scale (BARS)
c) Straight ranking
d) Critical incidents method
Correct Answer: a) Paired comparison
Explanation: In the paired comparison method, each employee is compared to every other employee two at a time to determine relative performance, unlike ranking or BARS, which focus on individual or group ratings.
Question 24
Which HR planning tool is used to analyze both internal and external factors affecting a company’s ability to meet its goals?
a) SWOT analysis
b) Job evaluation
c) Performance appraisal
d) Workforce scheduling
Correct Answer: a) SWOT analysis
Explanation: A SWOT analysis assesses internal strengths and weaknesses as well as external opportunities and threats, helping organizations align HR strategies with broader goals.
Question 25
What type of forecasting uses historical data and mathematical models to predict future trends?
a) Qualitative forecasting
b) Judgmental forecasting
c) Quantitative forecasting
d) Nominal grouping technique
Correct Answer: c) Quantitative forecasting
Explanation: Quantitative forecasting uses data and mathematical models to make predictions about future trends, whereas qualitative forecasting relies on expert judgment.
Question 26
Which exception to the employment-at-will doctrine is based on an implied agreement between the employer and employee?
a) Public-policy exception
b) Implied-contract exception
c) Implied covenant-of-good-faith exception
d) Whistleblower protection
Correct Answer: b) Implied-contract exception
Explanation: The implied-contract exception applies when an employer's actions or oral statements create an expectation of continued employment, even without a formal written contract.
Question 27
Which of the following describes a gainsharing plan?
a) A plan that offers employees stock at a discounted rate
b) A plan where employees share in the profits of the company
c) A plan that rewards employees based on operational performance
d) A plan where employees receive bonuses based on sales targets
Correct Answer: c) A plan that rewards employees based on operational performance
Explanation: Gainsharing rewards employees for improvements in operational efficiency, productivity, or quality, aligning their performance with organizational success.
Question 28
What is an important consideration when designing employee succession plans?
a) Focus only on senior executives
b) Emphasize long-term employee development
c) Base promotions solely on seniority
d) Prioritize external recruitment
Correct Answer: b) Emphasize long-term employee development
Explanation: Succession planning should focus on developing employees for future roles, ensuring the organization has a pipeline of talent ready for leadership positions.
Question 29
Which recruitment method typically results in a high volume of applicants but may include unqualified candidates?
a) Employee referral programs
b) Job posting on company website
c) Employment agencies
d) Job matching systems
Correct Answer: b) Job posting on company website
Explanation: Posting jobs on company websites often attracts a large pool of applicants, but many may not meet the qualifications, leading to higher selection costs.
Question 30
What type of discrimination occurs when an employment practice disproportionately excludes members of a protected group, even if unintentional?
a) Disparate treatment
b) Quid pro quo harassment
c) Retaliation
d) Disparate impact
Correct Answer: d) Disparate impact
Explanation: Disparate impact occurs when a neutral employment practice disproportionately affects members of a protected group, even without discriminatory intent. Disparate treatment involves intentional discrimination.
Question 31
What tool allows HR to forecast the future needs for human resources by analyzing past trends in workforce data?
a) Regression analysis
b) SWOT analysis
c) Job evaluation
d) Time-series analysis
Correct Answer: d) Time-series analysis
Explanation: Time-series analysis examines historical staffing levels and uses that data to project future HR needs, taking into account seasonal and cyclical variations.
Question 32
Which type of selection model requires applicants to pass each selection test before moving on to the next?
a) Compensatory selection model
b) Multiple-hurdle selection model
c) Nominal grouping technique
d) Delphi method
Correct Answer: b) Multiple-hurdle selection model
Explanation: The multiple-hurdle selection model requires candidates to pass each test or hurdle before proceeding to the next stage, ensuring that only the most qualified applicants advance.
Question 33
Which exception to the employment-at-will doctrine is recognized only in a few states and requires both employer and employee to act in good faith?
a) Public-policy exception
b) Implied-contract exception
c) Implied covenant-of-good-faith exception
d) Whistleblower protection
Correct Answer: c) Implied covenant-of-good-faith exception
Explanation: The implied covenant-of-good-faith exception requires both parties in an employment relationship to act fairly and in good faith, but it is recognized in only a handful of states.
Question 34
Which process helps HR professionals understand the KSAs required for a particular job?
a) Job analysis
b) Performance appraisal
c) Workforce planning
d) Succession planning
Correct Answer: a) Job analysis
Explanation: Job analysis is the process of identifying the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required for a job, helping HR professionals develop accurate job descriptions and selection criteria.
Question 35
What compensation method is often used to attract top talent by allowing employees to purchase stock at a set price?
a) Stock options
b) Gainsharing
c) Profit-sharing
d) Fixed pay
Correct Answer: a) Stock options
Explanation: Stock options allow employees, especially executives, to purchase company stock at a later date at a predetermined price, providing a financial incentive tied to company performance.
Question 36
Which appraisal method assigns employees to predetermined categories, such as “exceeds expectations” or “needs improvement”?
a) Forced distribution
b) Paired comparison
c) Narrative essay
d) Straight ranking
Correct Answer: a) Forced distribution
Explanation: Forced distribution requires managers to categorize employees into predetermined performance levels, ensuring a set proportion of employees are rated in each category.
Question 37
What is a common issue with internal recruitment when organizations aim to meet affirmative action goals?
a) It increases the cost of recruitment
b) It reduces diversity in the workforce
c) It leads to longer hiring cycles
d) It creates more external job postings
Correct Answer: b) It reduces diversity in the workforce
Explanation: Internal recruitment tends to limit diversity, as it recycles existing employees or their referrals, who are often demographically similar to the current workforce.
Question 38
Which of the following is a major trend influencing the growth of HR in society?
a) Increasing levels of employee satisfaction
b) Decreased competition due to globalization
c) Changes in technology and productivity
d) Reduced complexity of legal changes
Correct Answer: c) Changes in technology and productivity
Explanation: Technological advancements and productivity changes have greatly influenced HR, requiring organizations to adapt to new tools, work environments, and efficiency metrics.
Question 39
Which HR practice focuses on creating a workplace that recognizes and respects individual differences?
a) Diversity management
b) Succession planning
c) Performance appraisal
d) Workforce scheduling
Correct Answer: a) Diversity management
Explanation: Diversity management involves strategies to promote inclusivity by recognizing and valuing individual differences within the organization, ensuring a respectful and equitable work environment.
Question 40
Which law provides employees with protections against discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?
a) Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII
b) Age Discrimination in Employment Act
c) Americans with Disabilities Act
d) Equal Pay Act
Correct Answer: a) Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII
Explanation: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in employment decisions, ensuring equal opportunities for all.
