"I Haven't Missed a Day of Work in the Past

question 86

Multiple Choice

"I haven't missed a day of work in the past year, and I'm committed to this company, so I determined that a 20 percent salary increase is warranted for reasons of fairness," said Turner to his supervisor, Lillian. In reply, Lillian asked, "How did you determine that a 20 percent salary increase is fair?" If Turner had used equity theory as a basis for his request, he would have replied, "To determine a proper salary increase,

• A)I made comparisons with others' salaries and efforts."
• B)I demonstrated a positive attitude as expected of me."
• C)I evaluated how much I am respected."
• D)I sought intrinsic rewards for myself."
• E)I sought job enlargement in my position."

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Definitions:

Direct Expenses

Costs that can be directly tied to the production of specific goods or services, such as raw materials and labor.

Indirect Expenses

Costs that are not directly attributable to a specific cost object, such as a product or department, including utilities, rent, and administrative salaries.

Administrative Costs

Expenses related to the general operation of a business, including salaries of executive officers, legal and clerical work, and office supplies.

Maintenance Expenses

Costs incurred to keep an asset in working condition or to maintain its operational efficiency.