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Question 1

Which federal law requires employers with 50 or more employees to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for qualifying family or medical reasons?

Accepted Answer

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Answer

The FMLA requires covered employers to provide eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for qualifying reasons.

Question 2

An employee's performance has declined due to a personal issue. The best initial HR approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Schedule a private counseling or support conversation

Answer

A private, supportive conversation allows HR to understand root causes before escalating to formal disciplinary steps.

Question 3

What does the term 'at-will employment' mean in the US context?

Accepted Answer

Either the employer or employee can end the relationship at any time for any lawful reason

Answer

At-will employment means either party can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, as long as it is not for an illegal reason.

Question 4

Which document formally outlines the duties, responsibilities, required skills, and reporting structure for a specific job?

Accepted Answer

Job description

Answer

A job description documents the essential functions, qualifications, and reporting relationships for a position.

Question 5

A new hire's I-9 form must be completed by the employee no later than:

Accepted Answer

Within 3 business days of the first day of employment

Answer

Employees must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 by their first day, and employers must complete Section 2 within 3 business days.

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COA COA Human Resources & Personnel Management 4