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Actual exam question from HRCI's SPHR
Question #: 19
Topic #: 1
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John is the Senior HR Professional for his organization and he's reviewing his company's code of conduct. Which of the following statements best describes a code of conduct?

  • A. A code of conduct is a statement of behaviors that the organization expects from its employees.
  • B. A code of conduct is a statement of ideal standards that the organization is committed to uphold in its business practices.
  • C. A code of conduct is a statement of ideal standards that the shareholders are expected to uphold in its business practices.
  • D. A code of conduct is a statement of behaviors that the employees expect from its management.
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Suggested Answer: A 🗳️
Answer option A is correct.
The code of conduct is an employer's expectation of employee behavior.
Answer option B is incorrect. This statement describes the company's code of ethics.
Answer option C is incorrect. This isn't a valid statement for the code of conduct.
Answer option D is incorrect. All employees are expected to abide by the code of conduct, not just management or just employees.
Reference: Professional in Human Resources Certification Study Guide, Sybex, ISBN: 978-0-470-43096-5. Chapter Four: Workforce Planning and Employment.
Chapter: Business Management and Strategy
Objective: Corporate Governance

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