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Senior Professional in Human Resources Questions 221–225 (page: 46)

Updated On: 9-Feb-2026

When the NLRA imposes a voluntary-recognition bar, this means what?

  1. The union withdrew its petition for an election.
  2. The NLRB has certified a bargaining representative.
  3. No election will take place for a reasonable period of time.
  4. A representation election took place in the previous 12 months.

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Answer option C is correct. The NLRB imposes a voluntary-recognition bar while negotiations take place between the union and an employer that voluntarily recognized the union. See Chapter 7 for more information.
Chapter: Employee and Labor Relations
Objective: Labor Relations



Which of the following is best defined as a benefit plan that uses an actuarial formula to calculate the contribution amount needed to reach a predetermined benefit amount at retirement?

  1. Money purchase plan
  2. Profit sharing plan
  3. 401(k) plan
  4. Target benefit plan

Answer(s): D


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 non-monetary rewards that a company can provide to its employees?
Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

  1. Recognition
  2. Cash compensation
  3. Flexible hours
  4. Opportunity to learn

Answer(s): A,C,D

Explanation:

Answer options D, C, and A are correct.The following are the non-monetary rewards that a company can provide to its employees:


Reference:

"http://www.catalogs.com/info/b2b/non-monetary-rewards-in-the-workplace.html"
Chapter: Compensation and Benefits
Objective: Total Rewards Defined



Which of the following occurs when an employer makes untrue promises or claims to a candidate?

  1. Lockout
  2. Constructive discharge
  3. Fraudulent misrepresentation
  4. Involuntary exit

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Answer option C is correct. Fraudulent misrepresentation occurs when an employer makes untrue promises or claims to a candidate. Answer option A is incorrect. A lockout occurs when management shuts down operations to keep the union from working. Answer option D is incorrect. Involuntary exits is process that occurs due to mergers, outsourcing or changing business needs. It also occurs due to terminations for cause, such as performance problems, etc. Answer option B is incorrect. Constructive discharge occurs when the employer forces an employee to resign by creating a work environment that is unpleasant for the person.
Chapter: Employee and Labor Relations
Objective: Federal Employment Legislation



An organization would like to hire a 15-year old for some duties in their business. Which one of the following rules would be breaking the requirements of the child labor provisions of the FLSA?

  1. 4 hours per school day
  2. Non-school hours only
  3. 18 hours per school week
  4. 8 hours in a non-school day

Answer(s): A


Reference:

PHR Exam Prep, Pearson Education, ISBN: 978-0-7897-3677-2. Chapter Six: Total Rewards. Official PHR and SPHR Certification Guide, HR Certification Institute, ISBN: 978-1-586- 44149-4, Section III, The US HR Body of Knowledge.
Chapter: Compensation and Benefits
Objective: Compensation



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