Human Resources Test

What is the primary purpose of the HR department in an organization?

• Marketing

• Sales

• Human Resources

• Finance

Which federal law in the United States mandates equal pay for equal work regardless of gender?

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

• Equal Pay Act

Which HR function is responsible for recruiting and hiring new employees?

• Compensation and Benefits

• Training and Development

• Recruitment and Selection

• Employee Relations

What is the primary purpose of performance appraisals?

• Determine promotions

• Identify training needs

• Discipline employees

• Set employee salaries

Which HR metric measures the cost of acquiring and retaining employees?

• Turnover rate

• Absenteeism rate

• Revenue per employee

• Employee satisfaction score

What type of interview involves a structured set of questions and a scoring system?

• Behavioral interview

• Panel interview

• Situational interview

• Structured interview

Which term refers to the process of transitioning an employee out of the organization?

• Onboarding

• Offboarding

• Orientation

• Retention

What is the purpose of an employee handbook?

• Explain the company's history

• List all company policies

• Share employee salaries

• Provide legal advice

Which HR function is responsible for ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations?

• Compensation and Benefits

• Employee Relations

• Health and Safety

• Diversity and Inclusion

What is the main goal of a diversity and inclusion program?

• Increase employee turnover

• Promote a homogenous workforce

• Create a culture of respect and acceptance

• Reduce employee engagement