American Workers Traditionally Considered Themselves Producers, but During the Late

question 27

Multiple Choice

American workers traditionally considered themselves producers, but during the late nineteenth century they became employees. Which of the following statements best expresses the difference between the two?

• A) Producers are paid on the basis of the quantity produced; employees are paid on the basis of the quality of what they produce.
• B) Producers are paid on the basis of the time they spend on the job; employees are paid on the basis of efficiency.
• C) Producers are paid on the basis of the quality of what they produce; employees are paid on the basis of the time they spend on the job.
• D) Producers are paid on the basis of how quickly they can perform a given task; employees are paid on the basis of the time they spend on the job.

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