Based on Studies Cited by Public Administration and Public Policy

question 45

Multiple Choice

Based on studies cited by public administration and public policy scholar Charles Goodsell, which of the following statements is correct?

• A) Most government employees are very motivated and hard workers.
• B) Most government employees are very unmotivated, lazy workers.
• C) Most government employees are motivated by higher salaries.
• D) Most government employees are motivated by shorter work hours.
• E) Most government employees have lower levels of formal education than employees in the private sector.

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Definitions:

Whistle-Blowing

Employee’s disclosure to company officials, government authorities, or the media of illegal, immoral, or unethical practices committed by an organization.

Faulty Materials

Substandard or defective supplies used in the production process.

Financial Security

The condition of having stable income or resources to support a standard of living now and in the foreseeable future.

Integrity

Refers to the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.