WGU D351 VERSION 2 ALL TOPICS QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-… EXAM
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WGU D351 Version 2 All
Topics Questions &
Answers 2026-2027 |
Complete Exam Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
176 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 176 verified questions with correct answers and concise
explanations related to human resource management. It covers essential concepts and
functions within the field, making it an invaluable resource for students. The material is
suitable for exam preparation, course review, and certification readiness, ensuring a
comprehensive understanding of key HR principles.
CONTENTS
• Human Resource Management • Compensation and Benefits
Functions
• Performance Appraisal • Workplace Environment
• Organizational Culture and Structure • HR Characteristics and Competencies
• Legal and Ethical Considerations • Affirmative Action and Discrimination
Page 1
,• HR Planning and Forecasting • Recruitment Strategies
• Job Analysis and Design • Training and Development
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 176
What role does the planning function of human resource management play within
organizations?
CORRECT ANSWER
The planning function of human resource management involves two major activities: strategic
planning, and short- and medium-range planning. Such strategic objectives may include
increasing market share, revenue growth, product or service diversity, and profit margins, as
well as planning for financial obligations and other eventualities.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 176
What role does the staffing function of human resource management play within
organizations?
CORRECT ANSWER
recruiting job applicants (also known as candidates), and then selecting the most appropriate
applicants for the available jobs.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 176
What is the role of performance appraisals?
CORRECT ANSWER
A performance appraisal (also known as a performance review, performance evaluation, or
career development discussion) is a method by which an employee's job performance is
evaluated.
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, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 176
How does HRM enhance human potential?
CORRECT ANSWER
HRM field has seen a substantial interest in both formal and informal training and development.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 176
What must management be aware of in order to maintain effective work relationships?
CORRECT ANSWER
After an organization has hired the employees it needs, it must foster a positive workplace
environment. In addition to compensation and a healthy and safe environment, firms must
provide conditions that will make it attractive for employees to stay.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 176
How can HR managers make a significant contribution toward productivity improvements?
CORRECT ANSWER
work organization and design
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 176
How do organizations improve the quality of work life? How have employees' attitudes
regarding involvement with their work shifted?
CORRECT ANSWER
most employees today desire more autonomy and a chance to make a greater contribution to
the organization. employees today prefer a greater level of involvement with their work
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, Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 176
Why is it important that HR mangers and personnel be familiar with the laws and
regulations?
CORRECT ANSWER
laws impact nearly all functions and activities with which HRM is involved, HR managers and
personnel must be familiar with regulations affecting hiring and pay decisions, promotion
activities, health and safety considerations, and labor relations.
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 176
What is the expectation of the HR department regarding change?
CORRECT ANSWER
to provide up-to-date application of current techniques and developments within the field -
pushes organizations to explore innovative approaches to personnel problems and concerns
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 176
What is the purpose of the Age Discrimination in employment Act (ADEA)?
CORRECT ANSWER
To protect workers who are 40+ from being fired, or not hired due to their age.
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 176
Why is establishing HR objectives and policies (phase 2) vital?
CORRECT ANSWER
because it fosters HR strategies that support the firm's business plans
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 176
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
WGU D351 Version 2 All
Topics Questions &
Answers 2026-2027 |
Complete Exam Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
176 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 176 verified questions with correct answers and concise
explanations related to human resource management. It covers essential concepts and
functions within the field, making it an invaluable resource for students. The material is
suitable for exam preparation, course review, and certification readiness, ensuring a
comprehensive understanding of key HR principles.
CONTENTS
• Human Resource Management • Compensation and Benefits
Functions
• Performance Appraisal • Workplace Environment
• Organizational Culture and Structure • HR Characteristics and Competencies
• Legal and Ethical Considerations • Affirmative Action and Discrimination
Page 1
,• HR Planning and Forecasting • Recruitment Strategies
• Job Analysis and Design • Training and Development
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 176
What role does the planning function of human resource management play within
organizations?
CORRECT ANSWER
The planning function of human resource management involves two major activities: strategic
planning, and short- and medium-range planning. Such strategic objectives may include
increasing market share, revenue growth, product or service diversity, and profit margins, as
well as planning for financial obligations and other eventualities.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 176
What role does the staffing function of human resource management play within
organizations?
CORRECT ANSWER
recruiting job applicants (also known as candidates), and then selecting the most appropriate
applicants for the available jobs.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 176
What is the role of performance appraisals?
CORRECT ANSWER
A performance appraisal (also known as a performance review, performance evaluation, or
career development discussion) is a method by which an employee's job performance is
evaluated.
Page 2
, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 176
How does HRM enhance human potential?
CORRECT ANSWER
HRM field has seen a substantial interest in both formal and informal training and development.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 176
What must management be aware of in order to maintain effective work relationships?
CORRECT ANSWER
After an organization has hired the employees it needs, it must foster a positive workplace
environment. In addition to compensation and a healthy and safe environment, firms must
provide conditions that will make it attractive for employees to stay.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 176
How can HR managers make a significant contribution toward productivity improvements?
CORRECT ANSWER
work organization and design
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 176
How do organizations improve the quality of work life? How have employees' attitudes
regarding involvement with their work shifted?
CORRECT ANSWER
most employees today desire more autonomy and a chance to make a greater contribution to
the organization. employees today prefer a greater level of involvement with their work
Page 3
, Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 176
Why is it important that HR mangers and personnel be familiar with the laws and
regulations?
CORRECT ANSWER
laws impact nearly all functions and activities with which HRM is involved, HR managers and
personnel must be familiar with regulations affecting hiring and pay decisions, promotion
activities, health and safety considerations, and labor relations.
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 176
What is the expectation of the HR department regarding change?
CORRECT ANSWER
to provide up-to-date application of current techniques and developments within the field -
pushes organizations to explore innovative approaches to personnel problems and concerns
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 176
What is the purpose of the Age Discrimination in employment Act (ADEA)?
CORRECT ANSWER
To protect workers who are 40+ from being fired, or not hired due to their age.
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 176
Why is establishing HR objectives and policies (phase 2) vital?
CORRECT ANSWER
because it fosters HR strategies that support the firm's business plans
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 176
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
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