Janey Worked in the Student Bookstore of a Community College

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Multiple Choice

Janey worked in the student bookstore of a community college. The store was quite large and offered a variety of food items and paraphernalia besides books and school supplies. Although she liked the retail atmosphere, there was little opportunity for advancement because the three persons in management positions were doing well in their jobs and not planning to retire very soon. When the College opened a new branch, Janey seized the opportunity to be reassigned to the new location and manage the smaller operation. Her change was not a promotion, it was considered a(n) , however, it served to improve her morale because she was performing more tasks and had greater responsibility than at the previous bookstore.

• A)develop an affirmative action plan.
• B)offer early retirement benefits.
• C)implement a job sharing program.
• D)make more extensive use of job rotation.

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Definitions:

Assignment of Rights

The transfer of rights or interests in a contract or property from one party to another.

Breach of Contract

An act of failing to fulfill the terms and conditions as agreed upon in a contract, leading to legal action for redress.

Agent

One who acts under the direction of a principal for the principal’s benefit in a legal relationship known as agency. See also principal.

Gratuitous Assignment

A transfer of rights or property done freely without the expectation of receiving something in return.