Workday-Pro-Time-Tracking practice question 2 of 10

The time tracking administrator asks you to confirm that workers are reporting their scheduled hours each day. What type of time calculation will you use?

Full set: 55 questions
Answer options
A: Shift Differential
B: Minimum Daily Correct answer
C: Time Block Conditional
D: Standard Overtime
Correct Answer:
B. Minimum Daily
Explanation

The Minimum Daily time calculation is specifically designed to enforce a minimum number of hours for a day. It compares the worker's reported hours against a defined minimum (e.g., their scheduled hours) and, if there is a shortfall, automatically generates the necessary time to meet the guarantee. This directly addresses the administrator's request to ensure scheduled hours are accounted for.

Why Incorrect

A. Shift Differential is a calculation that adds premium pay for working non-standard hours; it does not ensure a minimum number of hours.
C. Time Block Conditional is a generic rule engine; while it could be part of a complex solution, Minimum Daily is the specific, standard calculation for this purpose.
D. Standard Overtime calculates hours worked in excess of a daily or weekly threshold, which is the opposite of ensuring a minimum.

References

1. Workday Time Tracking Administrator Guide, Chapter 5: "Time Calculations," Section: Minimum and Guarantee Calculations. This section describes the configuration and use case for Minimum Daily calculations to ensure workers are paid for their full scheduled day.

2. Workday Community, "Configuring Time Calculations Reference," Document ID: TCREFMINIMUMDAILY. This document explicitly states the purpose of the Minimum Daily calculation is to compare reported hours to a floor and generate time for any deficit.

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