Associate Professional in Human Resources

Question 1

Abel has been having trouble selecting quality accounting people. Everyone claims to be able to use Excel spreadsheets, but few actually can once they get on the job. In the end, he has had to terminate people because of poor performance. He is thinking he will use a test he saw at the local office-supply warehouse.
As Abel's HR recruiting liaison, what advice would you give him about his plans for testing?
Response:

A. It sounds like a good idea. Will he be able to show that the test actually predicts success on the jobs he wants to use it for? If not, he should find a different screening tool.

B. It sounds like a good idea. It certainly could control the cost of turnover. We should try it.

C. It doesn't sound like a good idea. With everyone talking about the liability of written tests these days, we can't take that risk for any job.

D. It doesn't sound like a good idea. It is going to create more paperwork for HR, and we can't stand any workload increase.

Correct Answer: A

Question 2

An employee in Cortez's organization came to him and suggested that she and her co-worker could consolidate their duties into one job and each work part-time. What is this arrangement known as?
Response:

A. Impossible

B. Job sharing

C. Part-time jobbers

D. Double duty

Correct Answer: B

Question 3

Theresa attended a seminar recently that pointed out the need to post a yearly summary of injury and illness cases. Her boss doesn't want to do that, saying he doesn't want to publicize the problems the organization has had.
Theresa should tell him:
Response:

A. Posting requirements are optional, but good employers are using the report as a "best practice" in safety programs.

B. Posting requirements can be met by making the report available in a binder in the HR manager's office.

C. Posting requirements call for display of the report in a prominent location if there are 10 or more people on the payroll.

D. Posting requirements can be met by putting a report on the back of the closet door in the employee lounge.

Correct Answer: C

Question 4

HIPAA does not apply to which of the following?
Response:

A. Health plans

B. A chiropractor who has retired and sold the practice

C. A healthcare clearinghouse

D. A healthcare provider that sends medical records electronically

Correct Answer: B

Question 5

Which of the following laws does not directly relate to a company's compensation or benefits program?
Response:

A. Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures

B. Fair Labor Standards Act

C. Equal Pay Act

D. Port-to-Portal Act

Correct Answer: A

Question 6

An employer routinely works with hazardous chemicals, trucking them for delivery to various customer locations. After each load, the truck must be cleaned before being loaded with a different chemical. Cleaning has to be done by someone inside the tanker using special absorbent materials.
What else should be considered?
Response:

A. Standard coveralls and boot covers should be provided for employees to use if they want.

B. Breathing equipment is absolutely a requirement if someone will be in the tanker truck for longer than 30 minutes.

C. Workers should never be sent into a tanker truck for any reason.

D. Personal protective equipment should be provided by the employer, including breathing apparatus and hazmat suits.

Correct Answer: D

Question 7

HR certifications are:
Response:

A. Given credit toward an advanced degree

B. Given no extra weight in employment decisions

C. Going to be required by all employers in 10 years by federal law

D. Offered through testing by HRCI and SHRM

Correct Answer: D

Question 8

During an annual review, an employee experiences sharp pains in her side. While she tries to stay alert, she misses out on some pertinent information because of:
Response:

A. physiological noise.

B. semantic noise.

C. physical noise.

D. psychological noise.

Correct Answer: A

Question 9

Which job evaluation method is most difficult to use?
Response:

A. Classification method

B. Ranking method

C. Point-factor method

D. Factor comparison method

Correct Answer: D

Question 10

The following are not examples of unethical behavior:
Response:

A. Playing Counter Strike: Global Offensive, a computer game, during coffee break

B. Calling in sick and then playing a round of golf

C. Pilferage from employer supply cabinet

D. Scanning a friend's time card when he will be late

Correct Answer: A

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