WGU C202 MANAGING HUMAN CAPITAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2… EXAM
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WGU C202 Managing
Human Capital
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest Exam
Review
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129 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 129 verified questions with correct answers related to managing
human capital. Each question is accompanied by a precise answer, providing clear insights
into essential concepts within human resource management. It is suitable for students
preparing for exams, reviewing course material, and enhancing their understanding for
certification purposes.
CONTENTS
• Affirmative Action • Employee Rights and Legislation
• Workplace Ethics and Dilemmas • Human Resource Management
• Employee Engagement and Motivation • Labor Relations and Policies
Page 1
, • Training and Development • Turnover and Retention Strategies
• Compensation and Benefits
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 129
What is the goal of affirmative action?
CORRECT ANSWER
To seek to remedy past practices that innately caused an adverse effect on applicants
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 129
A female employer is accused of having an employment practice that negatively impacts
women. The employer responds that she has the same requirements for male and female
applicants and wants to hire other women.
Why is this case a potential demonstration of adverse impact?
CORRECT ANSWER
Adverse impact is unintentional and relates to policies applied to all employees.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 129
Which protected classes must a company set hiring goals for under Executive Order 11246?
CORRECT ANSWER
Minorities and women
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 129
Which legislation promotes practices that reduce discrimination against a wide variety of
protected classes?
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, CORRECT ANSWER
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 129
Classify each example as either a policy or a procedure.
Answer options may be used more than once or not at all.
CORRECT ANSWER
Employees should avoid using language that could be interpreted as discriminatory. = Poly
To receive reimbursement, employees need to submit receipts from travel and dining. = Proc
The company advocates, in all operational aspects, for diversity of experience, background, and
culture to support innovation, workplace environment, employees, customers, and
stakeholders. = Poly
Employees wishing to take time off should give prior written notice to their supervisors. = Proc
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 129
What is the influence tactic that enhances one's formal authority to make a request by
referring to precedents, rules, contracts, or other official documents?
CORRECT ANSWER
Legitimating
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 129
Which situation is an example of poor person-organizational fit?
CORRECT ANSWER
An employee has the necessary training and skills for a position, but has a different set of values
than the employer.
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 129
What is an example of variable compensation?
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, CORRECT ANSWER
Offering bonuses if performance goals are met
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 129
Fairness standard:
CORRECT ANSWER
treats all people equally on paper
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 129
Voluntary Turnover:
CORRECT ANSWER
The employee chooses to leave for personal or professional reasons.
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 129
Job Enlargement:
CORRECT ANSWER
Adding more tasks at the same level of responsibility and skill related to an employee's current
position (horizontal expansion).
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 129
On the job training:
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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 C202 Managing
Human Capital
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest Exam
Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
129 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 129 verified questions with correct answers related to managing
human capital. Each question is accompanied by a precise answer, providing clear insights
into essential concepts within human resource management. It is suitable for students
preparing for exams, reviewing course material, and enhancing their understanding for
certification purposes.
CONTENTS
• Affirmative Action • Employee Rights and Legislation
• Workplace Ethics and Dilemmas • Human Resource Management
• Employee Engagement and Motivation • Labor Relations and Policies
Page 1
, • Training and Development • Turnover and Retention Strategies
• Compensation and Benefits
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 129
What is the goal of affirmative action?
CORRECT ANSWER
To seek to remedy past practices that innately caused an adverse effect on applicants
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 129
A female employer is accused of having an employment practice that negatively impacts
women. The employer responds that she has the same requirements for male and female
applicants and wants to hire other women.
Why is this case a potential demonstration of adverse impact?
CORRECT ANSWER
Adverse impact is unintentional and relates to policies applied to all employees.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 129
Which protected classes must a company set hiring goals for under Executive Order 11246?
CORRECT ANSWER
Minorities and women
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 129
Which legislation promotes practices that reduce discrimination against a wide variety of
protected classes?
Page 2
, CORRECT ANSWER
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 129
Classify each example as either a policy or a procedure.
Answer options may be used more than once or not at all.
CORRECT ANSWER
Employees should avoid using language that could be interpreted as discriminatory. = Poly
To receive reimbursement, employees need to submit receipts from travel and dining. = Proc
The company advocates, in all operational aspects, for diversity of experience, background, and
culture to support innovation, workplace environment, employees, customers, and
stakeholders. = Poly
Employees wishing to take time off should give prior written notice to their supervisors. = Proc
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 129
What is the influence tactic that enhances one's formal authority to make a request by
referring to precedents, rules, contracts, or other official documents?
CORRECT ANSWER
Legitimating
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 129
Which situation is an example of poor person-organizational fit?
CORRECT ANSWER
An employee has the necessary training and skills for a position, but has a different set of values
than the employer.
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 129
What is an example of variable compensation?
Page 3
, CORRECT ANSWER
Offering bonuses if performance goals are met
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 129
Fairness standard:
CORRECT ANSWER
treats all people equally on paper
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 129
Voluntary Turnover:
CORRECT ANSWER
The employee chooses to leave for personal or professional reasons.
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 129
Job Enlargement:
CORRECT ANSWER
Adding more tasks at the same level of responsibility and skill related to an employee's current
position (horizontal expansion).
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 129
On the job training:
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