Question 6 of 35

likely

engaged in which of the following development activities?

    Correct Answer: C

    Considering the phrase 'likely engaged in which of the following development activities?', the most suitable answer seems to be 'Leadership coaching'. Leadership coaching specifically focuses on the development of leadership skills and abilities, making it a core activity in professional development. It addresses the personal and professional growth of individuals in leadership positions, helping them effectively manage teams and drive organizational success.

Question 7 of 35

As a Senior HR Professional, you should be familiar with intrinsic rewards and extrinsic rewards that your company provides for its employees. Which of the following is an example of an extrinsic reward?

    Correct Answer: B

    Extrinsic rewards are tangible, external rewards provided by the employer, often in the form of monetary or physical incentives. Cash compensation is a clear example of an extrinsic reward as it directly involves financial payment from the employer to the employee. This distinguishes it from intrinsic rewards, which are non-tangible and internally satisfying, such as personal growth or job satisfaction.

Question 8 of 35

Your company is a government contractor with a current project of $250,000. As the Senior HR Professional you've been asked how the Walsh Healy Public

Contracts Act will affect your organization. What is the Walsh Healy Public Contracts Act?

    Correct Answer: D

    The correct answer is that the Walsh Healy Public Contracts Act requires government contractors with contracts over $10,000 to pay their employees the prevailing wage for their local areas as established by the Secretary of Labor. This legislation is aimed at ensuring workers involved in federal government contracts receive fair compensation, aligned with the prevailing local wages for similar work.

Question 9 of 35

Beth is a nonexempt employee and she earns $17.45 per hour in her job. She has worked 40 hours this week, but management has requested that Beth work seven more hours this weekend. What is the total payment, before taxes, that Beth will be due for her work this week?

    Correct Answer: D

    Beth receives $17.45 for each of her regular 40 hours, totaling $698. For overtime, she gets 1.5 times her regular rate, which equals $26.175 per hour. Working 7 overtime hours earns her $183.225. Therefore, her total payment, before taxes, is $698 + $183.225, which equals $881.22.

Question 10 of 35

Which of the following are the benefits of gainsharing programs?

Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

    Correct Answer: A, B, C, D

    The benefits of gainsharing programs include aligning employees to organizational goals, helping the organization achieve improvement in key performance measures, and enhancing the focus and awareness of employees. Additionally, employees in gainsharing programs are paid on the basis of group performance rather than individual performance. This promotes collaboration and teamwork, as all employees have a shared interest in the organization's success. Thus, all four options (A, B, C, and D) are correct.