Question 1
As of January 1, 2026, what is California's statewide minimum wage for all employers?
Correct Answer:
$$16.90 per hour
Question 2
Under California law, what is the minimum annual salary threshold for an employee to qualify as exempt from overtime under the executive, administrative, or professional exemptions as of January 1, 2026?
Correct Answer:
$$70,304 per year
Question 3
A nonexempt California employee works 10 hours in a single workday. How must the employer calculate their pay for that day?
Correct Answer:
Regular rate for 8 hours, then 1.5x rate for the 2 hours over 8
Question 4
Under California overtime law, when does double-time (2x regular rate) apply on a regular workday?
Correct Answer:
After 12 hours worked in a workday
Question 5
A California employee works 7 consecutive days in a workweek. How is the seventh day compensated under state law?
Correct Answer:
1.5x rate for the first 8 hours, and 2x rate for hours beyond 8 on that day
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