A General Manager Announces a New Policy That Includes an End-Of-The

question 67

Multiple Choice

A general manager announces a new policy that includes an end-of-the year bonus for all employees if the company achieves its overall productivity goal. This is an example of a manager:

• A) neglecting shareholders' desire for maximum profitability.
• B) giving away money for no reason.
• C) losing the competition with other businesses for top talent.
• D) choosing to focus on employees to maximize shareholder value.
• E) setting a policy to increase his or her own income.

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