HRCI HRCI Certifications SPHR Questions & Answers

• Question 251:

  Which of the following methods of quantitative analysis would be most effective for an organization with data that is out of date?

  A. Trend analysis

  B. Weighted average

  C. Simple linear regression

  D. Mode

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 252:

  Which of the following organizational structures would be most effective for a company with three distinct commodities for sale?

  A. Functional structure

  B. Flat-line structure

  C. Divisional structure

  D. Product-based structure

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 253:

  According to the Toxic Substance Control Act, documentation of hazardous material exposures must be kept on file for how many years?

  A. 25

  B. 15

  C. 5

  D. 30

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 254:

  Which of the following is another term for a profit and loss statement?

  A. Income statement

  B. Fiscal year summary

  C. Balance sheet

  D. Statement of cash flow

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 255:

  Which of the following Acts was the first federal legislation to regulate minimum wages?

  A. Fair Labor Standards Act

  B. Walsh Healy Public Contracts Act

  C. Davis Bacon Act

  D. Service Contract Act

  Correct Answer: C

• Question 256:

  The best way for HR to contribute to the development of an organization's strategic plan using internal business operational factors is to do which of the following?

  A. Interpret and apply internal operational information such as the relationships between departments

  B. Scan the legal and regulatory environment

  C. Analyze industry changes

  D. Stay informed of technological developments

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 257:

  Gathering information about employee attitudes and opinions through surveys and focus groups provides _______ employee levels of engagement.

  A. Insight into

  B. Intuition about

  C. Instruction for

  D. Individual measurement of

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 258:

  For several months, the management team has been struggling to come to grips with the need for a formal succession plan. About 30 percent of the workforce will reach retirement age within 10 years, and little has been done to prepare for the loss of knowledge in key roles that will occur as employees begin to retire. The team has come to a consensus that what is needed is a comprehensive plan, one that includes a mentor program for each of the key positions, identification of key skills that will need to be replaced, a recruiting strategy that attracts qualified candidates who are looking for longevity, and creating a more open culture. Which of the following can be used to accomplish these goals?

  A. Create a talent-management program.

  B. All of the above.

  C. Create a succession plan.

  D. Create a knowledge-management program.

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 259:

  Which of the following is not an appropriate use of an HRIS?

  A. Tracking time and attendance

  B. Tracking employee expense reports

  C. Maintaining employee records

  D. Tracking applicant data for the EEO-1

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 260:

  Computer-based training, web-based training, and virtual learning are all examples of what?

  A. Self-directed learning

  B. Mobile learning

  C. Asynchronous training

  D. Electronic learning

  Correct Answer: D