WorldatWork Global Remuneration Professional (GRP) GR1 Questions & Answers

• Question 31:

  Work-life effectiveness includes a philosophy that actively supports which of the following?

  A. Employees' efforts to telework whenever they wish

  B. Efforts to help employees achieve success both at work and at home

  C. Organizational business objectives

  D. The Board's attempt to influence the company's day-to-day operations

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 32:

  Although there may be evidence for the need to implement a work-life program, upper management will not buy in unless which of the following is presented?

  A. An employee survey with results showing interest

  B. The outcomes of several employee and management focus groups

  C. A compelling business case

  D. Line management support

  Correct Answer: C

• Question 33:

  Which of the following may be a limitation of a government-sponsored health care program?

  A. Increased reimbursement to physicians

  B. Limits on services/facilities

  C. Increased coverage for participants

  D. Additional cost-sharing for participants

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 34:

  In which of the following plan contribution models have medical plans traditionally been offered?

  A. Defined contribution

  B. Preferred Provider Option

  C. Consumer-Driven Health Care

  D. Defined benefit

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 35:

  Employer-sponsored death benefits are most commonly based on which of the following?

  A. The size of the employee's family

  B. The employee's annual salary

  C. The employee's health history

  D. The employee's premium contributions

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 36:

  Health care systems in different world regions are influenced by the beliefs, values, culture and perceptions regarding the role of whom in providing health care to its citizens?

  A. The role of physicians

  B. The role of company executives

  C. The role of shareholders

  D. The role of government

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 37:

  Which of the following is a true statement regarding worldwide health care systems?

  A. In emerging markets, health care programs are often over funded.

  B. Medicare in Canada provides health care for the elderly and Medicaid provides it for low-income individuals and families.

  C. In European countries, governments typically provide health care to all citizens, financed by taxes.

  D. In countries offering mandated health care plans, company plans are often essential for competitiveness.

  Correct Answer: C

• Question 38:

  Which type of variable pay is best described by this statement: Criteria are discretionary and often defined in broad terms such as "exceptional customer service"?

  A. Recognition

  B. Bonus

  C. Commission

  D. Profit-sharing

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 39:

  Which of the following is an example of a demographic workforce change influencing benefits structures today?

  A. The aging population

  B. Perceived value

  C. Employee demands

  D. Rising costs

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 40:

  If the beginning wage needed to recruit quality candidates for a given job is higher than that of incumbents who have been with a company for some time, what type of pay adjustment should be used to correct this discrepancy?

  A. Cost-of-living

  B. Tenure

  C. Automatic

  D. Market

  Correct Answer: D