U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Wage and Hour Investigator Overtime Practice Questions
The free U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Wage and Hour Investigator questions that deal with overtime, with answers and explanations. The full bank and the timed practice test cover every topic the exam asks about.
Question #1
A worker is classified as exempt from overtime pay. Which of the following is NOT a criteria for exemption?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Exempt employees are typically paid on a salary basis and must meet specific job duties criteria; education level is not a standard criterion.
Question #2
An employee files a complaint regarding unpaid overtime. What is the first step the investigator should take?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The first step for an investigator is to review the complaint to understand the details before proceeding with any further actions.
Question #5
If an employee works 50 hours in a week, what is the minimum amount of overtime pay they should receive under the FLSA?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the employee must receive 1.5 times their regular rate for any hours worked over 40, so if their regular rate is $20/hour, they would earn $200 in overtime pay (10 hours at $30/hour).
Question #6
A part-time employee works 30 hours a week. Are they entitled to overtime pay?
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Part-time employees are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a week, regardless of their part-time status.
Question #7
An employer pays an employee a salary of $600 per week. How many hours must they work before overtime pay is required?
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Under the FLSA, overtime pay is required after working more than 40 hours in a workweek, regardless of salary.
Question #9
A worker is misclassified as exempt and is owed overtime pay. What is the employerÕs responsibility?
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The employer must pay any owed overtime and reclassify the employee as non-exempt if they were misclassified.
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