When Hiring Decisions Are Based on Factors Other Than Productivity

question 16

Multiple Choice

When hiring decisions are based on factors other than productivity

• A)total revenue increases compared to nondiscriminatory firms.
• B)profit will be lower compared to nondiscriminatory firms.
• C)costs will be lower compared to nondiscriminatory firms.
• D)profit will be approximately the same as nondiscriminatory firms.

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Definitions:

Earnings Per Share

A calculation that indicates the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share of common stock.

Common Stock

A type of security that represents ownership in a corporation, with holders typically having voting rights.

Accumulated Depreciation

The total amount of depreciation expense that has been recorded against a fixed asset over its useful life to reflect wear and tear or obsolescence.

Income Statement

A report detailing a business's income, expenditures, and profit for a certain timeframe.