Which of the Following Workplace Concerns Creates Costs to the Employer

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following workplace concerns creates costs to the employer from higher health insurance, higher fire insurance, increased absenteeism, and reduced productivity?

• A) smoking
• B) alcoholism
• C) drug use
• D) AIDS

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Definitions:

Role Overload

The stress and pressure that occur when an individual is expected to fulfill too many roles or tasks beyond their capacity.

Downsizing Effort

The process of reducing a company's workforce to improve its efficiency and reduce costs.

Highly Skilled

Describes workers who possess a high level of expertise, training, or experience in their respective fields or professions.

Role Ambiguity

A situation in which an employee lacks clear understanding about job responsibilities, expectations, and the scope of their role, often leading to stress and decreased job performance.