WGU D435 HR TECHNOLOGY AND
PEOPLE ANALYTICS COMPREHENSIVE
STUDY GUIDE V4
1. Which level of people analytics focuses on explaining why a specific event occurred by
identifying patterns and correlations?
A. Descriptive Analytics
B. Diagnostic Analytics
C. Predictive Analytics
D. Prescriptive Analytics
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Diagnostic analytics goes beyond descriptive data to investigate
the causes of trends and outcomes, answering ‘Why did this happen?’
2. What is the primary function of a System of Record in HR technology?
A. To serve as the authoritative source for core employee data
B. To provide advanced predictive modeling
C. To facilitate social networking between employees
D. To automate the recruitment marketing process
,Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: A System of Record is the reliable, central database for essential
HR information like employee names, IDs, and tax information.
3. Under the GDPR, what does the principle of ‘Data Minimization’ require?
A. Deleting all data after six months regardless of use
B. Encapsulating data in small packets for faster transfer
C. Collecting only the data that is strictly necessary for the intended purpose
D. Limiting the number of users who can access the database
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Data minimization mandates that organizations only collect and
process personal data that is adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary.
4. In the context of HR software, what does ‘SaaS’ stand for?
A. Systems and Applications Security
B. Standardized Analytics and Systems
C. Software as a Service
D. Storage and Access Solutions
Answer: C
, Conceptual Explanation: Software as a Service (SaaS) is a software distribution model
where a third-party provider hosts applications over the internet.
5. Which phase of the ADDIE model involves determining the business needs and identifying
the gap between current and desired performance?
A. Design
B. Analysis
C. Development
D. Evaluation
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The Analysis phase is the foundation where instructional goals
are set and the audience’s current skills/knowledge are assessed.
6. Which concept refers to the use of game mechanics in non-game contexts, such as
employee training or recruitment?
A. Virtual Reality
B. Interactive Design
C. Simulation Modeling
D. Gamification
Answer: D
PEOPLE ANALYTICS COMPREHENSIVE
STUDY GUIDE V4
1. Which level of people analytics focuses on explaining why a specific event occurred by
identifying patterns and correlations?
A. Descriptive Analytics
B. Diagnostic Analytics
C. Predictive Analytics
D. Prescriptive Analytics
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Diagnostic analytics goes beyond descriptive data to investigate
the causes of trends and outcomes, answering ‘Why did this happen?’
2. What is the primary function of a System of Record in HR technology?
A. To serve as the authoritative source for core employee data
B. To provide advanced predictive modeling
C. To facilitate social networking between employees
D. To automate the recruitment marketing process
,Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: A System of Record is the reliable, central database for essential
HR information like employee names, IDs, and tax information.
3. Under the GDPR, what does the principle of ‘Data Minimization’ require?
A. Deleting all data after six months regardless of use
B. Encapsulating data in small packets for faster transfer
C. Collecting only the data that is strictly necessary for the intended purpose
D. Limiting the number of users who can access the database
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Data minimization mandates that organizations only collect and
process personal data that is adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary.
4. In the context of HR software, what does ‘SaaS’ stand for?
A. Systems and Applications Security
B. Standardized Analytics and Systems
C. Software as a Service
D. Storage and Access Solutions
Answer: C
, Conceptual Explanation: Software as a Service (SaaS) is a software distribution model
where a third-party provider hosts applications over the internet.
5. Which phase of the ADDIE model involves determining the business needs and identifying
the gap between current and desired performance?
A. Design
B. Analysis
C. Development
D. Evaluation
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The Analysis phase is the foundation where instructional goals
are set and the audience’s current skills/knowledge are assessed.
6. Which concept refers to the use of game mechanics in non-game contexts, such as
employee training or recruitment?
A. Virtual Reality
B. Interactive Design
C. Simulation Modeling
D. Gamification
Answer: D
