PHR

PHR practice questions, page 8 of 16, with answer review and explanations.

Question 36

The Equal Pay Act of 1963 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in the payment of wages or benefits, to men and women who perform substantially equal work for the same employer, in the same establishment, and under similar working conditions. The law defined substantial equality of job content on four factors. Which one of the following is not one of the four factors this law defines?

  1. Effort
  2. Working conditions
  3. Skill
  4. Education

Question 37

Which of the following is the process of constantly working with employees to enhance their ability to perform their jobs productively?

  1. Performance appraisal
  2. Employee self-assessment
  3. Performance management
  4. Supervisory training

Question 38

Which of the following are established by Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) of 1938? Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose three.

  1. Criteria for exempt and nonexempt employees
  2. Minimum wage requirement
  3. Laws for protecting American children against labor exploitation
  4. Health insurance requirement

Question 39

You are completing a Form I-9 with a newly hired employee. Which one of the following documents is not allowed as a proof of identity and employment eligibility for the newly hired employee?

  1. Driver's license
  2. Expired US passport
  3. Certificate of naturalization
  4. Unexpired reentry permit

Question 40

Amy is a sales person for your company and she earns her pay based on commission. Amy's pay is known as variable pay or what other term?

  1. Fixed pay
  2. Commission only
  3. Base pay
  4. At risk pay