PHR Practice Exam test with correct
answers
A benefit of having an employee handbook is that it:
A. contains highlights of the labor agreement.
B. provides a detailed explanation of all company policies.
C. protects the employer from discrimination claims.
D. introduces new employees to the organization. - CORRECT ANSWER-D. introduces new employees to the organization.
A disgruntled employee who attempts to convince current employees to leave the company could be liable of violating:
A. duty of loyalty clause.
B. at-will doctrine.
C. restrictive covenants.
D. non-solicitation agreement. - CORRECT ANSWER-A. duty of loyalty clause.
A fundamental rule of brainstorming is that:
A. quantity is emphasized and encouraged.
B. all ideas must have value before being accepted.
C. participants must take turns in providing comments.
D. only similar ideas are written down. - CORRECT ANSWER-A. quantity is emphasized and encouraged.
A group process for organizational diagnosis is used when:
A. structure and the number of participants are known.
B. confidentiality and trust relationships are necessary.
C. larger population input and baseline data are needed.
D. a high degree of interaction among participants is desired. - CORRECT ANSWER-D. a high degree of interaction among participants is desired.
A learning organization emphasizes:
A. creative thinking.
B. continuous development.
C. system improvement.
D. flexible scheduling. - CORRECT ANSWER-B. continuous development.
A non-disclosure agreement requires that an employee refrain from:
A. improperly providing information.
B. engaging in outside employment.
C. interacting with competitors.
D. soliciting trade secrets. - CORRECT ANSWER-A. improperly providing information.
A project is expected to net $600,000 in income with project costs of $350,000. What is the expected ROI for this project?
A. 57%
B. 72%
C. 171%
D. 277% - CORRECT ANSWER-C. 171%
A suggestion box system is an example of which type of communication?
A. Downward
B. Upward
C. Informal
D. Diverse - CORRECT ANSWER-B. Upward
According to the FLSA, which of the following positions can be considered exempt under the category of "computer-related occupations?"
A. Computer-assisted design specialist
B. Computer support technician
C. Computer programmer trainee
D. Computer systems analyst - CORRECT ANSWER-D. Computer systems analyst
An employee is counseled due to a body odor problem. If the situation does not change, what is the best course of action for the supervisor?
A. Alter the work environment as a reasonable accommodation.
B. Apply discipline consistent with established policies.
C. Do nothing based on accommodation of cultural differences.
D. Require that the employee provide medical certification for the condition. - CORRECT ANSWER-B. Apply discipline consistent with established policies.
An employee on FMLA leave and receiving workers' compensation benefits is offered, but refuses, a light-duty assignment within the specified medical restrictions. The
employer may legally:
A. begin procedures to discontinue the employee's workers' compensation benefits.
answers
A benefit of having an employee handbook is that it:
A. contains highlights of the labor agreement.
B. provides a detailed explanation of all company policies.
C. protects the employer from discrimination claims.
D. introduces new employees to the organization. - CORRECT ANSWER-D. introduces new employees to the organization.
A disgruntled employee who attempts to convince current employees to leave the company could be liable of violating:
A. duty of loyalty clause.
B. at-will doctrine.
C. restrictive covenants.
D. non-solicitation agreement. - CORRECT ANSWER-A. duty of loyalty clause.
A fundamental rule of brainstorming is that:
A. quantity is emphasized and encouraged.
B. all ideas must have value before being accepted.
C. participants must take turns in providing comments.
D. only similar ideas are written down. - CORRECT ANSWER-A. quantity is emphasized and encouraged.
A group process for organizational diagnosis is used when:
A. structure and the number of participants are known.
B. confidentiality and trust relationships are necessary.
C. larger population input and baseline data are needed.
D. a high degree of interaction among participants is desired. - CORRECT ANSWER-D. a high degree of interaction among participants is desired.
A learning organization emphasizes:
A. creative thinking.
B. continuous development.
C. system improvement.
D. flexible scheduling. - CORRECT ANSWER-B. continuous development.
A non-disclosure agreement requires that an employee refrain from:
A. improperly providing information.
B. engaging in outside employment.
C. interacting with competitors.
D. soliciting trade secrets. - CORRECT ANSWER-A. improperly providing information.
A project is expected to net $600,000 in income with project costs of $350,000. What is the expected ROI for this project?
A. 57%
B. 72%
C. 171%
D. 277% - CORRECT ANSWER-C. 171%
A suggestion box system is an example of which type of communication?
A. Downward
B. Upward
C. Informal
D. Diverse - CORRECT ANSWER-B. Upward
According to the FLSA, which of the following positions can be considered exempt under the category of "computer-related occupations?"
A. Computer-assisted design specialist
B. Computer support technician
C. Computer programmer trainee
D. Computer systems analyst - CORRECT ANSWER-D. Computer systems analyst
An employee is counseled due to a body odor problem. If the situation does not change, what is the best course of action for the supervisor?
A. Alter the work environment as a reasonable accommodation.
B. Apply discipline consistent with established policies.
C. Do nothing based on accommodation of cultural differences.
D. Require that the employee provide medical certification for the condition. - CORRECT ANSWER-B. Apply discipline consistent with established policies.
An employee on FMLA leave and receiving workers' compensation benefits is offered, but refuses, a light-duty assignment within the specified medical restrictions. The
employer may legally:
A. begin procedures to discontinue the employee's workers' compensation benefits.
