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Question 41
What is the purpose of an “employment-at-will” policy in an organization?
a) To allow employees to quit their jobs at any time
b) To ensure job security for employees
c) To allow employers to terminate employees at any time, for any reason
d) To prevent employees from unionizing
Correct Answer: c) To allow employers to terminate employees at any time, for any reason
Explanation: Employment-at-will policies allow employers and employees to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, as long as no laws are violated.
Question 42
What type of compensation is provided as a regular salary or hourly wage, not tied to employee performance?
a) Variable pay
b) Fixed pay
c) Bonus pay
d) Profit-sharing
Correct Answer: b) Fixed pay
Explanation: Fixed pay refers to compensation provided as a regular salary or hourly wage, regardless of employee performance, ensuring predictable income for the employee.
Question 43
Which HR strategy involves offering a range of compensation options for employees to choose from, based on their individual needs?
a) Modular plans
b) Core-plus plans
c) Full-choice plans
d) Fixed pay plans
Correct Answer: b) Core-plus plans
Explanation: Core-plus plans offer employees a base set of benefits (the core) with additional options to customize their compensation package to suit their personal preferences.
Question 44
What type of performance appraisal method uses descriptions of specific job-related behaviors to assess employee performance?
a) Critical incidents method
b) Paired comparison method
c) Behaviorally anchored rating scale (BARS)
d) Straight ranking method
Correct Answer: c) Behaviorally anchored rating scale (BARS)
Explanation: BARS uses descriptions of specific behaviors related to job performance, providing a structured and detailed method for evaluating employees.
Question 45
Which law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities?
a) Equal Pay Act
b) Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
c) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
d) Civil Rights Act of 1964
Correct Answer: c) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Explanation: The ADA requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for qualified employees with disabilities, ensuring that they can perform the essential functions of their job.
Question 46
What type of compensation plan is designed to provide employees with a portion of the company’s profits?
a) Fixed pay
b) Profit-sharing
c) Stock options
d) Piecework pay
Correct Answer: b) Profit-sharing
Explanation: Profit-sharing plans allocate a portion of the company's profits to employees, aligning their financial incentives with the overall success of the organization.
Question 47
What is the primary focus of strategic HR planning?
a) To develop employee compensation packages
b) To align HR activities with the organization’s long-term goals
c) To increase employee satisfaction
d) To manage day-to-day HR tasks
Correct Answer: b) To align HR activities with the organization's long-term goals
Explanation: Strategic HR planning focuses on aligning HR functions, such as recruitment, development, and retention, with the organization's long-term objectives and business strategy.
Question 48
Which performance appraisal method involves ranking employees by selecting the best and worst from a list of employees?
a) Paired comparison method
b) Alternative ranking method
c) Behaviorally anchored rating scale (BARS)
d) Forced distribution method
Correct Answer: b) Alternative ranking method
Explanation: The alternative ranking method involves selecting the best and worst employees from a list, with the remaining employees ranked in between, offering a quick way to compare performance.
Question 49
What is the key characteristic of variable pay in compensation management?
a) It is paid at regular intervals
b) It is tied to individual or group performance
c) It is provided as part of employee benefits
d) It is offered to all employees equally
Correct Answer: b) It is tied to individual or group performance
Explanation: Variable pay is a form of compensation tied to performance, incentivizing employees to meet specific goals or contribute to the organization’s success.
Question 50
What law requires employers to provide unpaid, job-protected leave for certain family and medical reasons?
a) Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
b) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
c) Equal Pay Act
d) Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)
Correct Answer: a) Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Explanation: The FMLA allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for family or medical reasons, such as caring for a newborn or a serious health condition, without losing their job.
