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SPHR Questions - Part 66
Questions 1. Why is a job analysis important?A) It allows for proper training and development of key personnel.B) It provides the supervisory responsibilities necessary to accomplish organizational goals.C) It ensures compliance with EEO laws.D) It provides the foundation from which all other HR activities are designed.2. Based on an analysis of the industry and labor market trends, a VP of Human Resources has determined that the best course of action for her company is to change from a narrow to a broadband salary structure. The current structure has been in place for more than 15 years, and the VP is anticipating strong resistance to making the change. Which of the following tools should the VP use to convince the executive team to make the change?A) Build a business case.B) Calculate the return on investment.C) Conduct a SWOT analysis.D) Calculate the cost-benefit analysis.3. Gathering information about employee attitudes and opinions through surveys and focus groups provides _______ employee levels of engagement.A) Insight intoB) Intuition aboutC) Instruction forD) Individual measurement of4. For several months, the management team has been struggling to come to grips with the need for a formal succession plan. About 30 percent of the workforce will reach retirement age within 10 years, and little has been done to prepare for the loss of knowledge in key roles that will occur as employees begin to retire.The team has come to a consensus that what is needed is a comprehensive plan, one that includes a mentor program for each of the key positions, identification of key skills that will need to be replaced, a recruiting strategy that attracts qualified candidates who are looking for longevity, and creating a more open culture.Which of the following can be used to accomplish these goals?A) Create a talent-management program.B) All of the above.C) Create a succession plan.D) Create a knowledge-management program.5. an appropriate use of an HRIS?A) Tracking time and attendanceB) Tracking employee expense reportsC) Maintaining employee recordsD) Tracking applicant data for the EEO-1 Right Answer and Explanation: 1. Right Answer: DExplanation: Answer option D is correct.Job analysis and the subsequent job descriptions provide the building blocks for all other HR activities. Clearly identifying the output and skills necessary to accomplish each job allows for proper EEO compliance (C), job pricing, recruiting, and other HR functions (B and A).Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Review Questions2. Right Answer: AExplanation: Answer option A is correct.A business case lays out the desired result of an action or program, presents alternative solutions, describes possible risks from both implementing and not implementing the action, and defines the criteria used to measure success. ROI (B) and CBA (D) may be included as part of the business case, and a SWOT analysis (C) may have identified the need for a program or action.Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Review Questions3. Right Answer: AExplanation: Answer option A is correct.The use of a variety of tools to gather employee feedback enables employers to measure employee levels of engagement. The use of anonymous surveys, topical focus groups, and employee interviews all provide insight into both individual and organizational needs. Intuition is rarely a legally defensible methodology for use in HR, and focus groups are not the best choice for measuring individual needs.Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Review Questions4. Right Answer: AExplanation: Answer option A is correct.A talent-management program is a comprehensive strategy to workforce management. This approach includes planning for future needs, recruiting qualified candidates, creating compensation and retention strategies, developing employees, managing performance, and cultivating a positive culture. A succession plan(C) is part of the workforce-planning element of a talent-management program. Knowledge management (D) focuses on building systems that retain corporate knowledge accessible as needed by the organization.Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Review Questions5. Right Answer: BExplanation: Answer option B is correct.Data for employee expense reports is maintained by the accounting department. An HRIS system can be used to collect and track employee data for various uses, including EEO-1 reporting, time and attendance, and other employee records.Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Review Questions .col-md-12 { -webkit-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none; } .flash-sale-container{background:#134981;text-align:center;padding:2%;} p.flash-sale-text{ font-size:24px;font-family:"Poppins";letter-spacing:2px;line-height:1.4em; } span.flash-break{ display:block; } .flash-sale-text { -webkit-animation-name:flash; animation: blink 1.5s infinite; } @keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } @-webkit-keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } 80% DISCOUNT: SPHR PRACTICE EXAMS
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APHR Certification Exam Questions 2023 - Part 63
Questions 1. Group Health Plans that provide benefits for childbirth must let months and new borns stay in hospital for 48 hours and 96 for c sectionA) New Borns and Mothers' Health Protection Act (1996)B) HR actives cover?C) State laws are often more restrictive than?D) What three actions can the president take on a new bill?2. rating employees high or low depending on supervisors thought to judge performance harsh or niceA) Restricted work dutyB) contrast errorC) central tendancy errorD) strictness or leniency3. line management and staff managementA) 2 types of reporting relationshipsB) Product Differentiation StrategyC) 3 types of organizational structuresD) Protean career (hall and mirvis)4. Lead the labor market, match the labor market, or lag the labor marketA) Org Pay PolicyB) Employee Retirement Income Security Act, ERISA (1974)C) Special exemption for business ownersD) Amendment to FMLA 208- National Defense Authorization Act5. incentives are paid based on meeting financial business sharing objectivesA) organizational developmentB) Broadbanding createsC) organization plansD) Golden Parachutes Right Answer and Explanation: 1. Right Answer: AExplanation: 2. Right Answer: DExplanation: 3. Right Answer: AExplanation: 4. Right Answer: AExplanation: 5. Right Answer: CExplanation: .col-md-12 { -webkit-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none; } .flash-sale-container{background:#134981;text-align:center;padding:2%;} p.flash-sale-text{ font-size:24px;font-family:"Poppins";letter-spacing:2px;line-height:1.4em; } span.flash-break{ display:block; } .flash-sale-text { -webkit-animation-name:flash; animation: blink 1.5s infinite; } @keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } @-webkit-keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } 80% DISCOUNT: SHRM-CP PRACTICE EXAMS Questions with detailed explanation 2023 - UPDATED
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SPHRI Certification Exam Questions 2023 - Day 3
Questions 1. Why is it a good idea to request that a job candidate sign a duplicate copy of a job-offer letter?A) Constructive confrontation and counselingB) HR should monitor the situation to ensure that the employee is in treatment.C) The signature clarifies acceptance of details by both parties.D) Employee agrees with the final version of the review2. During a workweek, an hourly worker who makes $12 per hour spends 42 hours on the job and an additional 8 hours on jury duty. The court reimburses jurors $22 per day served. The company provides differential pay for work time lost due to jury duty. What is the actual payroll cost to the company for that week?A) Scan external environment to identify potential opportunities and threats to organizational strategies.B) $590 C) ConceptionD) MBO3. Which of the following pay systems is commonly referred to as merit pay?A) Assess performance and managementB) Performance-basedC) Generational differencesD) Adverse impact4. Which of the following factors does NOT affect the trainability of individuals?A) trend analysisB) The assignee is localized to the host country.C) Duty of loyaltyD) Time5. Research has proven that signs of appreciation are better motivators for employees than providing above market salary compensation. You anticipate lower turnover and higher productivity for a group that you have infused with a recognition program focused on signs of appreciation. This is an example of what kind of analysis?A) Reduce costs.B) Break even analysisC) Activity-basedD) Deductive reasoning Right Answer and Explanation: 1. Right Answer: CExplanation: 2. Right Answer: BExplanation: 3. Right Answer: BExplanation: 4. Right Answer: DExplanation: 5. Right Answer: DExplanation: .col-md-12 { -webkit-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none; } .flash-sale-container{background:#134981;text-align:center;padding:2%;} p.flash-sale-text{ font-size:24px;font-family:"Poppins";letter-spacing:2px;line-height:1.4em; } span.flash-break{ display:block; } .flash-sale-text { -webkit-animation-name:flash; animation: blink 1.5s infinite; } @keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } @-webkit-keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } 80% DISCOUNT: SHRM-CP PRACTICE EXAMS Questions with detailed explanation 2023 - UPDATED
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SPHRI Certification Exam Questions 2023 - Day 117
Questions 1. A company task force creates a list of goals that the program hopes to accomplish. In which management function is the task force engaged?A) PlanningB) open door.C) LeadD) Conception2. A recent college graduate is hired as a production supervisor and is paid $60,000 annualized. Other production supervisors who have been with the company on average for 2 years and were promoted from lead positions are getting paid $50,000 annualized. This is an example of which of the following?A) demonstrationB) MentoringC) PAY compressionD) Oral warning3. Which of the following is characteristic of a business level competitive strategy committed to differentiation?A) HRIS information and performance management dataB) Planning for leadership positions versus frontline employees.C) merit pay systems.D) Investing in the storage networking R&D group to develop and expand on their cutting edge technologies4. A forced choice method of appraisal requires a manager toA) Government regulations and labor unionsB) Skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, feedbackC) Infrequently- approximately once every ten yearsD) check statements that are most and least like the employee.5. All of the following are potential benefits of corporate social responsibility programs EXCEPT:A) Dealing with uncertainty and predicting the future.B) Involves incremental adjustmentsC) designing a process, consulting HR, and completing the paperwork.D) enabling the company to produce a wider variety of products. Right Answer and Explanation: 1. Right Answer: AExplanation: 2. Right Answer: CExplanation: 3. Right Answer: DExplanation: 4. Right Answer: DExplanation: 5. Right Answer: DExplanation: .col-md-12 { -webkit-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none; } .flash-sale-container{background:#134981;text-align:center;padding:2%;} p.flash-sale-text{ font-size:24px;font-family:"Poppins";letter-spacing:2px;line-height:1.4em; } span.flash-break{ display:block; } .flash-sale-text { -webkit-animation-name:flash; animation: blink 1.5s infinite; } @keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } @-webkit-keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } 80% DISCOUNT: SHRM-CP PRACTICE EXAMS Questions with detailed explanation 2023 - UPDATED
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SPHRI Certification Exam Questions 2023 - Day 89
Questions 1. Which of the following BEST illustrates the sensitizing effects of a pretest as an alternative explanation for the results of a research study?A) The target company completely adopts the management practices of the acquiring company.B) Entry-level jobs filled by immigrants will require less training ill the futureC) The coach should become fully versed on coaching methods before starting the process.D) The pretest caused the subjects to think or act differently after responding to the questions2. Which of the following is a disadvantage of a person-based alternative pay system?A) Allow time for both parties to review details of an allegation.B) Can be costly and result in higher pay ratesC) Scatter diagramD) pass a specific judgement on the behavior3. Which job evaluation approach will produce a score that indicates how much more important one job is than another?A) DivisionalB) Forced distributionC) factor comparisonD) work climate4. What is the difference between succession planning and replacement planning?A) Mandy complained about her workload on a daily basis to her supervisor and anyone else who would listen to her.B) Appointing a dedicated communications team to ensure adequate and timely ongoing communications for all involvedC) Succession planning is based on a pool of talented candidates for several assignments; replacement planning designates a preferred candidate for a position.D) It does not treat its foreign sites with autonomy.5. Defined benefit planA) Check when the data was gathered.B) Down to SpecificsC) A plan in which an employee earns a number of shares of stock that are subject to forfeiture if performance goals are not met is known asD) Scanlon Plan Right Answer and Explanation: 1. Right Answer: DExplanation: 2. Right Answer: BExplanation: 3. Right Answer: CExplanation: 4. Right Answer: CExplanation: 5. Right Answer: CExplanation: .col-md-12 { -webkit-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none; } .flash-sale-container{background:#134981;text-align:center;padding:2%;} p.flash-sale-text{ font-size:24px;font-family:"Poppins";letter-spacing:2px;line-height:1.4em; } span.flash-break{ display:block; } .flash-sale-text { -webkit-animation-name:flash; animation: blink 1.5s infinite; } @keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } @-webkit-keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } 80% DISCOUNT: SHRM-CP PRACTICE EXAMS Questions with detailed explanation 2023 - UPDATED
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APHR Certification Exam Questions 2023 - Day 61
Questions 1. may take technical or managerial track and be elegible for some compensation levelA) Outside salespersonsB) dual career ladderC) organization plansD) Internal Equity2. conducts research for development of OSHA standardsA) National Institute of occupational safety and health (NIOSH)B) Cost of living allowanceC) 3 data collection methods for primary researchD) 3 steps in career development for being a manager3. org chat separated by product, group, market, regionA) Group Garnishing plans- Scanlon planB) Divisional StructureC) Group Garnishing plans- RuckerD) Customer Focused Structure4. most non managerial employees in private industryA) Treasury DutiesB) glass wallsC) FLSA applies tooD) Skill Based Pay5. rater maintains a record of bad work behavior throughout rating periodA) Lump Sum IncreaseB) critical incidentC) Balanced Score CardD) Critical Success Factors Right Answer and Explanation: 1. Right Answer: BExplanation: 2. Right Answer: AExplanation: 3. Right Answer: BExplanation: 4. Right Answer: CExplanation: 5. Right Answer: BExplanation: .col-md-12 { -webkit-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none; } .flash-sale-container{background:#134981;text-align:center;padding:2%;} p.flash-sale-text{ font-size:24px;font-family:"Poppins";letter-spacing:2px;line-height:1.4em; } span.flash-break{ display:block; } .flash-sale-text { -webkit-animation-name:flash; animation: blink 1.5s infinite; } @keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } @-webkit-keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } 80% DISCOUNT: SHRM-CP PRACTICE EXAMS Questions with detailed explanation 2023 - UPDATED
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SPHR Questions - Part 67
Questions 1. Computer-based training, web-based training, and virtual learning are all examples of what?A) Self-directed learningB) Mobile learningC) Asynchronous trainingD) Electronic learning2. Which of the following is the middle value when values are arranged from high to low?A) ModeB) AverageC) MedianD) Mean3. A department manager advises you that the productivity of his data-entry operators is unsatisfactory and asks you to develop a training program to improve their data-entry skills. What is your first step?A) Develop a lesson plan.B) Conduct a needs assessment.C) Select a training method.D) Talk to other managers to validate the situation.4. After conducting a risk assessment, what can you do to protect the company against any identified risks?A) Identify policies that are applied inconsistently throughout the organization.B) Present management with a plan for reducing the risks.C) Develop a plan to reduce the risks.D) Obtain employment practices liability insurance.5. Which of the following describes the financial condition of the business at a specific point in time?A) Profit and loss statementB) Statement of cash flowsC) Balance sheetD) Accounts receivable ledger Right Answer and Explanation: 1. Right Answer: DExplanation: Answer option D is correct.Electronic or e-learning encompasses many forms of synchronous and asynchronous training (C). Mobile and self-directed learning (B and A) are two examples of e-learning principles. E-learning is discussed in more detail in Chapter 5.Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Review Questions2. Right Answer: CExplanation: Answer option C is correct.Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis3. Right Answer: BExplanation: Answer option B is correct.A needs assessment is conducted to determine what is required to solve a problem, including whether training is the appropriate intervention. If, for example, network crashes are the cause of the low productivity, training will not solve the problem. Lesson plans (A) are created during the design stage of training discussed in Chapter 5. Talking to other managers to validate the situation (D) may be included in the needs assessment along with other factors. The training method is selected (C) during the development phase discussed in Chapter 5.Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Review Questions4. Right Answer: DExplanation: Answer option D is correct.As part of the risk assessment, inconsistent policies have been identified (A), a plan for reducing risk has been developed (C), and management has reviewed the plan for reducing risks (B). After the assessment is complete, the company may decide to purchase insurance, self-insure, or mitigate the risk by making operational changes.Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Review Questions5. Right Answer: CExplanation: Answer option C is correct.Chapter: Core Knowledge Requirements for HR ProfessionalsObjective: Basic Budgeting and Accounting .col-md-12 { -webkit-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none; } .flash-sale-container{background:#134981;text-align:center;padding:2%;} p.flash-sale-text{ font-size:24px;font-family:"Poppins";letter-spacing:2px;line-height:1.4em; } span.flash-break{ display:block; } .flash-sale-text { -webkit-animation-name:flash; animation: blink 1.5s infinite; } @keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } @-webkit-keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } 80% DISCOUNT: SPHR PRACTICE EXAMS
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APHR Certification Exam Questions 2023 - Part 64
Questions 1. Consolidates a large number of pay grades into fewer extended gradesA) Treasury DutiesB) FLSA applies tooC) Organizational approach to OSHAD) Broadbanding2. physical injury, stress related injury or illness, or environmental caused illnessA) Core CompetencyB) when to test post- rehabC) Workers comp includesD) Point Factor Method3. expense is assumed to be incurred in equal amounts over life of assetA) exempt level employees must recieveB) Straight line depreciation methodC) Product Differentiation StrategyD) 5 Management Responsibilities4. long term focus on employees future responsibilitiesA) behavior modelingB) behaviors observationC) Employers are covered by OSHA ifD) Individual development5. enhanced severance pay if executive loses position through merger or aquisitionA) Dual Career LadderB) organizational developmentC) Pay CompressionD) Golden Parachutes Right Answer and Explanation: 1. Right Answer: DExplanation: 2. Right Answer: CExplanation: 3. Right Answer: BExplanation: 4. Right Answer: DExplanation: 5. Right Answer: DExplanation: .col-md-12 { -webkit-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none; } .flash-sale-container{background:#134981;text-align:center;padding:2%;} p.flash-sale-text{ font-size:24px;font-family:"Poppins";letter-spacing:2px;line-height:1.4em; } span.flash-break{ display:block; } .flash-sale-text { -webkit-animation-name:flash; animation: blink 1.5s infinite; } @keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } @-webkit-keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } 80% DISCOUNT: SHRM-CP PRACTICE EXAMS Questions with detailed explanation 2023 - UPDATED
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SPHRI Certification Exam Questions 2023 - Day 4
Questions 1. Which of the following is NOT a step for implementing a balanced scorecard system?A) Assess performance and managementB) Functional strategiesC) Generational differencesD) Aggressively moving into international markets2. Which of the following situations describes a plan to provide an employee with job enlargement?A) Budgeting authority given to first level supervisorB) ProceduralC) Aggressively moving into international marketsD) Direct reports3. Which of the following statements is TRUE?A) Allow time for both parties to review details of an allegation.B) The target company completely adopts the management practices of the acquiring company.C) Project managers have low to moderate level of authority in a balanced matrix organizationD) Above Market Compensation Structure4. How is a labor market affected by the imposition of a minimum wage above the equilibrium wage?A) The supply of labor is increased.B) reduced personal interaction.C) A surplus of labor resultsD) Comparability to others5. Which of the following factors is MOST affected by demographic considerations?A) Functional strategiesB) Encourage preventive treatmentC) Break even analysisD) questioning Right Answer and Explanation: 1. Right Answer: AExplanation: 2. Right Answer: AExplanation: 3. Right Answer: CExplanation: 4. Right Answer: CExplanation: 5. Right Answer: AExplanation: .col-md-12 { -webkit-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none; } .flash-sale-container{background:#134981;text-align:center;padding:2%;} p.flash-sale-text{ font-size:24px;font-family:"Poppins";letter-spacing:2px;line-height:1.4em; } span.flash-break{ display:block; } .flash-sale-text { -webkit-animation-name:flash; animation: blink 1.5s infinite; } @keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } @-webkit-keyframes blink{ 0% { color: #D3585F; } 20% { color: #D3585F; } 40% { color: #FFF; } 60% { color: #FFF; } 80% { color: #D3585F; } 100% { color: #D3585F; } } 80% DISCOUNT: SHRM-CP PRACTICE EXAMS Questions with detailed explanation 2023 - UPDATED
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