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Question 1

Regarding presentations to executives, which of the following is most accurate?

A : Keep them brief

B : Use multiple media

C : Include all details related to the issue

D : Leave backup data out of the presentation so there is time to develop an effective response to unexpected questions

Answer: A

Question 2

If employees have a significant impact on the bottom line, what type of pay mix is most appropriate?

A : A varying mix depending on employee influence on goals to provide the necessary incentive to maximize profits

B : 100% variable pay to motivate all employees to maximize productivity and sales

C : 90/10 for the majority of employees (base/variable) to share in the company-s success with increased variable pay for management/executives to motivate employees to seek higher positions

D : High base pay and low variable pay to ensure predictability of total compensation expense

Answer: A

Question 3

What best describes an effective core technique for communicating with executives?

A : Focus on negative issues first, such as compensation costs exceeding budget, to get their attention

B : Provide a wide range of facts and figures. With their high level of responsibility, executives must have all the data before they can make informed decisions.

C : Assume they have little knowledge of the issue and make a detailed presentation leading up to the purpose of the meeting.

D : Recommend a solution that will solve the issue and explain why it is the best solution available.

Answer: D

Question 4

To ensure appropriate funding levels, the compensation professional must generally do which of the following?

A : Possess a high level of education and competency in accounting principles

B : Determine which programs are crucial to the enterprise and which programs are expendable

C : Partner with multiple departments and external consultants and vendors

D : Demonstrate broad understanding of principles of financial management and business expertise

Answer: D

Question 5

Which of the following is the best example of applying business executive to data analysis?

A : Compiling data needed to calculate salary budgets and merit increases

B : Identifying trends and key messages emerging over time

C : Reviewing historical trends to complete annual budgets

D : Providing quarterly incentive estimates for accruals

Answer: B

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