Worldatwork GR1 Exam Practice Test Instant Access

Question 1

Which is the most accurate description of the work-life element of total rewards?

ACash provided by an employer to an employee for his or her efforts and results toward completion of goals

BOrganizational practices, policies and programs to help employees achieve success within and outside of the workplace

CAlignment of organizational, team and individual efforts toward success

DLearning experiences designed to enhance employees' skills and competencies

Answer : B

Question 2

Carla's job at the XYZ Company evolved over the many years she worked there. As she gained additional knowledge and skills, her responsibilities expanded into many diverse areas. When the time came to update her job description, her supervisor asked Carla to document all of the duties she performed in her area as well as those she had taken on over the years due to her versatility. Based on the above, which of the following statements is most accurate?

AThe supervisor should not have asked Carla to contribute to the job description. Job descriptions should be developed only by human resources and management.

BThe job description will be far more relevant than before because of the addition of duties that Carla has taken on over the years.

CAlthough it is useful to have input from the job incumbent, care should be taken to avoid basing the job description on the specific individual who is filling the job.

Answer : C

Question 3

Which type of base pay is typically based on an individual employee's rate of production?

AHourly rate

BSalary

CPiece rate

DProduction rate

Answer : C

Question 4

At a high level, performance measures are generally divided into what two broad categories?

AObjective and subjective

BBehavioral and attitudinal

COrganizational and divisional

DFinancial and non-financial

Answer : D

Question 5

When are informal rewards generally given to employees?

AImmediately or shortly after making a positive contribution

BShortly after the performance review

CDuring the merit increase process

DAt the beginning of each month

Answer : A

Question 6

Which method of job evaluation uses a "whole-job" approach to determine the importance of each job to the company?

AJob component

BRanking

CBenchmark

DPoint factor

Answer : B

Question 7

What is the best example of a coaching or mentoring opportunity?

ASabbatical

BOn-line self-directed training

CParticipating in a major project

DExposure to internal experts

Answer : D

Worldatwork Total Rewards Management GR1 Exam Practice Test