Which of the Following Would Not Be an Example of a Nonproductive

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would not be an example of a nonproductive activity creating social losses?

• A) Accountants seeking methods of tax avoidance for their clients.
• B) Lawyers engaged in litigation that would transfer money from one group to another.
• C) Lawyers hired to assist two parties in writing a contract.
• D) Lobbyists seeking laws that would transfer public lands to private parties without any payment.

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Definitions:

Mystery Shoppers

Individuals employed covertly to evaluate customer service, product quality, and the overall environment of retail or service outlets.

Performance Appraisal

An evaluation of an employee's job performance against pre-established criteria.

Departmental Stores

Large retail establishments that offer a wide variety of goods and services divided into departments for efficient shopping and organization.

Forced Distribution

A performance management system where employees are ranked in groups and a certain percentage must fall into each group.