HRCI Exam PHR Topic 10 Question 99 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRCI's PHR exam

Question #: 99
Topic #: 10

All organizations need prevoyance, or planning, as a part of a manager's duty. As an HR Professional what is the primary purpose of planning?

ADirects the project team and staff to accomplish the project scope

BEstablishes groundwork for the managers to achieve the goals of the organization

CCommunicates the direction of the organization

DEstablishes groundwork for the managers to achieve their goals

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Suggested Answer: B

Planning is the foundation for a manager to establish the goals of the organization. Answer option C is incorrect. The organization's mission statement communicates the direction, intent, and purpose of the organization. Answer option D is incorrect. Planning is to provide groundwork for the managers to achieve their goals, but for the organization to achieve its goals. Answer option A is incorrect. Planning, in project management, does provide direction to the project team to reach their goals, but in this context it's planning for the organization, not a project.

by Troy at Sep 18, 2024, 08:13 PM

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Gianna

3 months ago

Haha, it's like a choose-your-own-adventure book! Except this time, the wrong answer might get you a failing grade. I'd go with B, though - can't go wrong with the 'groundwork' approach.

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Meaghan

3 months ago

Hmm, I'm torn between B and D. Both seem to be focusing on the managers' goals, but I suppose B is a bit more broad and encompasses the organizational goals as well.

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Silvana

2 months ago

Yeah, B seems to be the most well-rounded option for HR planning purposes.

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Gracia

2 months ago

B is definitely the way to go, it sets the groundwork for managers to achieve organizational goals.

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Laurel

2 months ago

Yes, B is the primary purpose of planning as an HR Professional.

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Sherrell

2 months ago

I agree, B is more comprehensive in terms of planning for both levels of goals.

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Dyan

2 months ago

I agree, B is more comprehensive and includes both manager and organizational goals.

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Vivan

3 months ago

I think B is the right choice. It sets the groundwork for managers to achieve organizational goals.

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Kaitlyn

3 months ago

I think B is the best choice. It covers both manager and organizational goals.

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Marta

4 months ago

I agree with Jacklyn. Option B is the correct answer as it captures the essence of planning - to provide a framework for managers to work towards the organization's objectives.

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Bobbye

2 months ago

D) Establishes groundwork for the managers to achieve their goals

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Marlon

2 months ago

C) Communicates the direction of the organization

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Miles

2 months ago

Yes, planning is essential for organizations to achieve their goals.

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Fidelia

3 months ago

B) Establishes groundwork for the managers to achieve the goals of the organization

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Youlanda

3 months ago

I agree, planning provides a framework for managers to work towards the organization's objectives.

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Eliseo

3 months ago

I think the primary purpose of planning is to establish groundwork for the managers to achieve the goals of the organization.

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Staci

3 months ago

A) Directs the project team and staff to accomplish the project scope

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Burma

4 months ago

I believe planning also helps in communicating the direction of the organization to all stakeholders.

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Jacklyn

4 months ago

Option B seems to be the most comprehensive answer. It addresses the core purpose of planning as establishing the groundwork for managers to achieve the organization's goals.

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