WorldatWork GR4 Exam
Base Pay Administration and Pay for Performance (Page 8 )

Updated On: 9-Feb-2026

What are the stages of the business life cycle?

  1. Introduction, growth, maturity, decline
  2. Planning, execution, evaluation, adjustment
  3. Hiring, training, development, retention
  4. Marketing, sales, production, distribution

Answer(s): A



What are the common objectives of a compensation program?

  1. Attract, retain, and motivate employees
  2. Increase market share and profitability
  3. Improve customer satisfaction and loyalty
  4. Enhance organizational culture and values

Answer(s): A



What are three ways to design base pay?

  1. Job evaluation, market pricing, and skill-based pay
  2. Profit sharing, stock options, and bonuses
  3. Performance-based pay, pay for knowledge, and team incentives
  4. Cost of living adjustments, merit increases, and promotions

Answer(s): A



What is base pay?

  1. The minimum wage mandated by the government
  2. The average pay in a specific industry
  3. The starting salary for a new employee
  4. The fixed portion of compensation for a job

Answer(s): D



What is salary base pay?

  1. Compensation based on the number of hours worked
  2. Compensation based on individual performance
  3. Compensation based on an annual salary
  4. Compensation based on market benchmarks

Answer(s): C






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