Human resources
  • 1. Human resources is an essential function within organizations that is responsible for managing the company's workforce. This includes recruiting, hiring, training, and developing employees to support the overall goals and objectives of the organization. Human resources professionals also handle employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. Overall, the human resources department plays a critical role in supporting the growth and success of the business by cultivating a positive work environment and fostering employee engagement and productivity.

    What does HRM stand for?
A) Home Repair Master
B) Hotel Reservation Manager
C) Highly Reliable Machines
D) Human Resource Management
  • 2. Which law sets the minimum wage in the United States?
A) Family and Medical Leave Act
B) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
C) Americans with Disabilities Act
D) Fair Labor Standards Act
  • 3. What is the purpose of onboarding?
A) Software development
B) Integrating new hires into the organization
C) Building construction
D) Data analysis
  • 4. What is the main goal of training and development programs?
A) Customer service
B) Supply chain management
C) Public relations
D) Improve employee skills and knowledge
  • 5. What does EEOC stand for?
A) Energy Efficiency Organization Coalition
B) Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
C) Educational Enrichment Opportunities Consortium
D) Environmental Engineering Oversight Committee
  • 6. What is the purpose of a job description?
A) Cooking recipes
B) Architectural blueprints
C) Musical compositions
D) Outlining duties and responsibilities of a position
  • 7. What is the employee handbook?
A) Document outlining company policies and procedures
B) Art history textbook
C) Poetry anthology
D) Science fiction novel
  • 8. What does COBRA stand for in HR?
A) Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
B) Computerized Observational Banking Regulation Algorithm
C) Consumers Offering Benefits and Related Assistance
D) Corporate Operations and Business Reporting Analysis
  • 9. What does FMLA provide for employees?
A) Leave for certain family or medical reasons
B) Financial planning services
C) Banking privileges
D) Legal consultation
  • 10. What is the primary purpose of diversity training?
A) Archaeology
B) Marine biology
C) Promote understanding and respect for differences
D) Space exploration
  • 11. What is the purpose of exit interviews?
A) Wedding planning
B) Gather feedback on employees' reasons for leaving
C) Film production
D) Sports coaching
  • 12. What does OSHA regulate in the workplace?
A) Art supplies
B) Musical instruments
C) Occupational safety and health
D) Sports equipment
  • 13. What is the role of HR in employee relations?
A) Landscaping services
B) Home cleaning
C) Mediating conflicts and fostering positive relationships
D) Vehicle maintenance
  • 14. What is a grievance procedure used for?
A) Addressing workplace complaints or disputes
B) Skydiving instruction
C) Fashion design
D) Music production
  • 15. What is a disciplinary warning used for?
A) Wine tasting
B) Fashion modeling
C) Baking desserts
D) Addressing employee misconduct or performance issues
  • 16. What is the main purpose of human resources?
A) Creating products
B) Managing employees
C) Financial analysis
D) Marketing strategies
  • 17. What document outlines an employee's job responsibilities, compensation, and benefits?
A) Job description
B) Purchase order
C) Invoice
D) Business plan
  • 18. What type of training helps employees improve their current job skills?
A) Self-paced online training
B) Classroom training
C) Virtual reality training
D) On-the-job training
  • 19. What is the concept of providing employees with opportunities for personal and professional growth?
A) Sales promotion
B) Product design
C) Profit maximization
D) Career development
  • 20. Which HR process involves identifying workforce needs and planning for recruitment?
A) Pricing strategy
B) Advertising campaign
C) Workforce planning
D) Quality control process
  • 21. What is the process of choosing the best candidate for a job opening?
A) Selection
B) Pricing
C) Marketing
D) Purchasing
  • 22. What term describes the practice of using online platforms to screen job applicants?
A) Print advertising
B) Direct mail
C) E-recruiting
D) Telemarketing
  • 23. Which training technique involves pairing a new employee with a seasoned employee for learning?
A) Mentoring
B) Benchmarking
C) Outsourcing
D) Diversity training
  • 24. Which of the following is an example of a soft skill?
A) Communication
B) Computer programming
C) Regulatory compliance
D) Financial analysis
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