Janice and Shane Are Both Senior Software Analysts

question 82

Multiple Choice

Janice and Shane are both senior software analysts. They have worked together on projects for six years and get along very well. Janice is anticipating the arrival of her first child and will not be able to work on a full-time basis in the future. Shane is also contemplating opening his own business as a home media installation consultant and does not want to continue to work full time. They both need some income. Which of the following alternative job structures would be best for Janice and Shane?

• A) telecommuting
• B) job enlargement
• C) job enrichment
• D) job rotation
• E) job sharing

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Definitions:

Causal Inferences

Conclusions about cause-and-effect relationships, often deduced from the manipulation of variables in experimental designs.

Internal Validity

The extent to which the results of a study can be attributed to the variables under investigation rather than to other extraneous factors.

Quantitative Designs

Research strategies that focus on numerical data, statistical analysis, and the objective quantification of variables.

Qualitative Designs

Are research strategies focusing on descriptive, non-numerical data to understand concepts, thoughts, or experiences.