Worldatwork Exam c8 Topic 1 Question 84 Discussion

Actual exam question for Worldatwork's c8 exam

Question #: 84
Topic #: 1

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Regarding cost analysis of compensation expense, which job is most likely to incur fixed costs for the company?

AProduction worker

BAccount executive

CIT contractor

DHR Director

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Suggested Answer: D

by Bok at Oct 21, 2024, 01:20 AM

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Zack

8 months ago

I agree with Janey, HR Director is likely to have fixed costs due to their seniority and responsibilities.

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Chun

8 months ago

The production worker seems the most likely to have fixed costs. Their hourly rate is probably pretty consistent, right?

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Verlene

8 months ago

Hmm, I'm going with B) Account executive. They have a base salary plus commission, so that's a pretty fixed cost for the company.

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Zana

7 months ago

A) Production worker could have some fixed costs like salary, but also variable costs like overtime pay.

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Laura

8 months ago

I think D) HR Director could also have fixed costs with their salary and benefits.

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Ernie

8 months ago

C) IT contractor might have variable costs depending on the project they are working on.

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Tricia

8 months ago

I agree, B) Account executive seems like the most likely option for fixed costs.

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Janey

8 months ago

I think the HR Director would incur fixed costs.

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Shasta

8 months ago

Definitely the IT contractor. They're like the janitors of the tech world - always on the clock, never a dull moment!

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Pearlene

7 months ago

D) HR Director

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German

7 months ago

C) IT contractor

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Kate

8 months ago

B) Account executive

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Lettie

8 months ago

A) Production worker

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Alecia

8 months ago

I think the HR Director is most likely to incur fixed costs for the company. They have a consistent salary and often receive benefits.

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Virgie

7 months ago

Yeah, HR Director's benefits and salary are usually consistent.

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Selma

7 months ago

I agree, HR Director's compensation is usually fixed and stable.

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Reiko

8 months ago

HR Director is a good choice, they have a set salary every month.

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