You Are Building a New Home in a Climate Where

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Essay

You are building a new home in a climate where there is a persistent snow cover for the 6 coldest months of the year. In order to improve your energy efficiency, should you choose light colored shingles or dark colored shingles? Justify your answer using appropriate terminology.

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Definitions:

Job Performance

The level of effectiveness and efficiency with which an individual fulfills their designated job roles and responsibilities.

Total Compensation

The complete package of direct financial benefits (like salary, bonuses) and indirect benefits (such as health insurance, pensions) that an employee receives from an employer.

ESOP

Employee Stock Ownership Plan, a program that provides company stock to employees as part of their compensation.

Gain-Sharing Plan

A compensation strategy where employees receive bonuses based on the company's profits or improvements in performance, fostering a sense of ownership and teamwork.