Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Correct Answer: Primary duty is managing the enterprise or a department and regularly directing at least two full-time employees

The primary duty for the executive exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is managing the enterprise or a department and regularly directing at least two full-time employees. This criterion ensures that the employee holds a managerial role with significant responsibility. The other options describe duties related to professional, clerical, or sales exemptions, which do not meet the specific requirements for the executive exemption.

Correct Answer: Handling sensitive information requiring confidentiality and decision-making authority

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the administrative exemption requires that an employee's primary duty involves performing office or non-manual work directly related to the management or general business operations of the employer. This includes handling sensitive information that requires confidentiality and exercising decision-making authority. Such responsibilities demonstrate the necessary discretion and independent judgment required for an exempt classification. The other options either relate to executive roles, non-exempt tasks, or general coordination without the requisite level of confidentiality and decision-making authority.

Correct Answer: Possessing advanced knowledge in a field of science or learning

The primary criterion for an employee to qualify for the professional exemption under the FLSA is possessing advanced knowledge in a field of science or learning. This demonstrates that the employee engages in complex and specialized work that requires considerable expertise. The other options relate to managerial responsibilities or routine tasks, which fall under different exemption categories or do not qualify for any exemption. Specifically, performing managerial duties with authority, supervising large teams, or engaging in clerical tasks do not meet the primary criterion for the professional exemption.