Nitin Is Paid on a Graduated Commission Scale

question 47

Multiple Choice

Nitin is paid on a graduated commission scale. His base salary is $1,500 per month and he receives commission at the rate of 2% for the first $10,000 of sales in a month, 3% on the next $20,000, and 4.5% on all further sales. How much will Nitin earn in a month in which his sales are $60,000?

• A) $2,150
• B) $2,250
• C) $3,750
• D) $3,650
• E) $2,500

Understand the key theories and models related to job and work design, including the Job Characteristics Model and relational job design.

Identify the elements of work design, such as task variety, skill variety, job enrichment, and ergonomic considerations.

Recognize the difference between job enrichment, job enlargement, and other job redesign strategies.

Comprehend the importance of motivational, social, and work context characteristics in job design.

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