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Senior Professional in Human Resources Questions 171–175 (page: 36)

Updated On: 9-Feb-2026

Bob is a nonexempt employee for his organization. He has worked a full day and has left for home. His commute is two hours one-way. When he arrives home he receives a phone call from his supervisor Dan. An emergency has happened and they need Bob to immediately return to
work. How much time is Bob's employer required to pay for Bob's travel in this instance?

  1. 6 hours
  2. 4 hours
  3. 50 percent of the total travel time
  4. Travel time is not paid

Answer(s): B


Reference:

Professional in Human Resources Certification Study Guide, Sybex, ISBN: 978-0-470- 43096-5. Chapter Six: Total Rewards. Official PHR and SPHR Certification Guide, HR Certification Institute, ISBN: 978-1-586-44149-4, Section III, The US Body of Knowledge.
Chapter: Compensation and Benefits
Objective: Total Rewards Defined



Which of the following are narrative methods of appraisal that require managers to describe the employee's performance?
Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

  1. Critical incident review
  2. Daily review
  3. Essay review
  4. Field review

Answer(s): A,C,D

Explanation:

Answer options A, D, and C are correct. The narrative methods of appraisal that require managers to describe the employee's performance are as follows:


Reference:

http://www.mbanotesworld.in/2009/01/methods-of-performance-appraisal.html
Chapter: Human Resource Development
Objective: Performance Appraisal



Which of the following ensures that employees in different locations are paid at rates competitive in the labor market for specific jobs and locations?

  1. Geographic pay
  2. Reporting pay
  3. Gross pay
  4. Call-back pay

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

Answer option A is correct. Geographic pay ensures that employees in different locations are paid at rates competitive in the labor market for specific jobs and locations. Answer option D is incorrect. If employees are called to work before or after their scheduled hours, they will get paid extra for that. This is known as call-back pay. Answer option C is incorrect. Gross pay is the amount earned by an employee before taxes are not paid. Answer option B is incorrect. If an employee is called by the employer for work and there is no work available, the employer may be required by state law or employment agreements to pay for a minimum number of hours of work. This is known as reporting pay.
Chapter: Compensation and Benefits
Objective: Total Rewards Defined



All organizations need prevoyance, or planning, as a part of a manager's duty. As an HR Professional what is the primary purpose of planning?

  1. Directs the project team and staff to accomplish the project scope
  2. Establishes groundwork for the managers to achieve the goals of the organization
  3. Communicates the direction of the organization
  4. Establishes groundwork for the managers to achieve their goals

Answer(s): B


Reference:

PHR Exam Prep, Pearson Education, ISBN: 978-0-7897-3677-2. Chapter Three:
Strategic Management. Official PHR and SPHR Certification Guide, HR Certification Institute, ISBN: 978-1-586-44149-4, Section III, The US HR Body of Knowledge.
Chapter: Business Management and Strategy
Objective: Strategy



Health and wellness programs are beneficial for employers because they do what?

  1. Provide on-site opportunities for physical fitness
  2. Require employees to lose weight, stop smoking, and avoid substance abuse
  3. Provide nutrition counseling, exercise programs, and health education programs
  4. Increase productivity, reduce medical costs, and attract top-quality job candidates

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

Answer option D is correct. Employers look for benefit programs that add value to the bottom line. Health and wellness programs do this by increasing productivity and reducing costs. These programs are attractive to job candidates and enhance recruiting efforts. See Chapter 8 for more information.
Chapter: Risk Management
Objective: Risk Management



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