WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
Western Governors University
HR Technology and People Analytics
WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assess-
ment
Pages Total Marks Section Questions
16
Section 1 Multiple Choice 20 questions 40 total marks
Section 2 True/False 10 questions 20 total marks
Section 3 Short Answer 5 questions 20 total marks
Section 4 Long Answer 4 questions 20 total marks
Name Student ID
Date Signature
How to use this exam
1 Set a timer. Practice under real exam conditions! No notes, no AI assistance.
2 When finished, scan the QR code on the last page to submit and see the correct answers
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WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
, WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
Section 40 total marks
Multiple Choice
Select the single most appropriate answer for each question. Each correct answer is worth 2 marks.
Question 1 40 total marks
Scenario: Global Logistics Corp (GLC)
Global Logistics Corp (GLC) is transitioning from a decentralized, mainframe-based HR system to a
modern cloud-based infrastructure. The HR Director wants to move away from high-volume manual
administration toward a model that leverages big data for workforce productivity. They are evaluating
whether to purchase a comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) application or a series of
Specialist Applications for niche functions like talent acquisition and skills tracking. Additionally, the
company is facing high turnover and needs to understand the financial implications of their current
compensation ranges relative to the market.
A GLC is considering a move to a cloud environment (SaaS) to host their new HR technology. Which
of the following best describes a primary responsibility of the vendor in a Software as a Service
(SaaS) model?
A The purchaser is responsible for manual data backups and local hardware maintenance.
B The vendor provides the source code for the purchaser to perform extensive customizations.
C The purchaser must install the application on their own company network servers.
D The vendor is responsible for system updates, maintenance, and data backups.
B As GLC undergoes digital transformation, the leadership emphasizes the VUCA framework to
prepare for the transition. What does the 'U' in VUCA represent in this context?
A Uptake
B Uncertainty
C Unity
D Utility
WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
, WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
C The HR Director decides to use the McKinsey 7S Model to ensure the new HRIS aligns with the
organization. Which element of the 7S model refers to the daily procedures and workflows that
make up standard operations?
A Strategy
B Shared Values
C Structure
D Systems
D GLC wants to move beyond simple reporting to understand 'Why did it happen?' regarding their
high turnover. Which level of people analytics are they targeting?
A Diagnostic Analytics
B Prescriptive Analytics
C Descriptive Analytics
D Predictive Analytics
E GLC discovers that the market ratio for their senior logistics managers is 1.15. What does this
figure imply about GLC's compensation strategy for this role?
A The organization is paying 15% above the market rate.
B The organization is paying 15% below the market rate.
C The organization has a green-circle employee scenario.
D The organization is paying exactly the market rate.
F Which HR technology component acts as a software intermediary allowing two applications to
communicate by creating guidelines for accessing data?
A SaaS
B ERP
C API
D IaaS
WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
Western Governors University
HR Technology and People Analytics
WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assess-
ment
Pages Total Marks Section Questions
16
Section 1 Multiple Choice 20 questions 40 total marks
Section 2 True/False 10 questions 20 total marks
Section 3 Short Answer 5 questions 20 total marks
Section 4 Long Answer 4 questions 20 total marks
Name Student ID
Date Signature
How to use this exam
1 Set a timer. Practice under real exam conditions! No notes, no AI assistance.
2 When finished, scan the QR code on the last page to submit and see the correct answers
with detailed explanations.
3 Review your mistakes carefully and note down areas that need improvement. Use Studocu
AI to create targeted study materials like quizzes, summaries, and study guides.
WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
, WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
Section 40 total marks
Multiple Choice
Select the single most appropriate answer for each question. Each correct answer is worth 2 marks.
Question 1 40 total marks
Scenario: Global Logistics Corp (GLC)
Global Logistics Corp (GLC) is transitioning from a decentralized, mainframe-based HR system to a
modern cloud-based infrastructure. The HR Director wants to move away from high-volume manual
administration toward a model that leverages big data for workforce productivity. They are evaluating
whether to purchase a comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) application or a series of
Specialist Applications for niche functions like talent acquisition and skills tracking. Additionally, the
company is facing high turnover and needs to understand the financial implications of their current
compensation ranges relative to the market.
A GLC is considering a move to a cloud environment (SaaS) to host their new HR technology. Which
of the following best describes a primary responsibility of the vendor in a Software as a Service
(SaaS) model?
A The purchaser is responsible for manual data backups and local hardware maintenance.
B The vendor provides the source code for the purchaser to perform extensive customizations.
C The purchaser must install the application on their own company network servers.
D The vendor is responsible for system updates, maintenance, and data backups.
B As GLC undergoes digital transformation, the leadership emphasizes the VUCA framework to
prepare for the transition. What does the 'U' in VUCA represent in this context?
A Uptake
B Uncertainty
C Unity
D Utility
WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
, WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
C The HR Director decides to use the McKinsey 7S Model to ensure the new HRIS aligns with the
organization. Which element of the 7S model refers to the daily procedures and workflows that
make up standard operations?
A Strategy
B Shared Values
C Structure
D Systems
D GLC wants to move beyond simple reporting to understand 'Why did it happen?' regarding their
high turnover. Which level of people analytics are they targeting?
A Diagnostic Analytics
B Prescriptive Analytics
C Descriptive Analytics
D Predictive Analytics
E GLC discovers that the market ratio for their senior logistics managers is 1.15. What does this
figure imply about GLC's compensation strategy for this role?
A The organization is paying 15% above the market rate.
B The organization is paying 15% below the market rate.
C The organization has a green-circle employee scenario.
D The organization is paying exactly the market rate.
F Which HR technology component acts as a software intermediary allowing two applications to
communicate by creating guidelines for accessing data?
A SaaS
B ERP
C API
D IaaS
WGU D435 HR Technology and People Analytics Mock Assessment
