Employees Who Are "Blanketed In" Are

question 229

Multiple Choice

Employees who are "blanketed in" are

• A) prohibited from engaging in partisan politics.
• B) employed through the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) merit system.
• C) ensured patronage jobs, as long as their party wins the presidential election.
• D) covered by the merit system, although they are appointed.
• E) selected on the basis of patronage but are eventually promoted on the basis of merit.

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Definitions:

Higher-level Positions

Job roles that encompass more responsibility, authority, and usually offer higher pay, often accompanied by managerial or executive duties.

Homesourcing

A business practice where employees work from their homes instead of the traditional office setting, also known as telecommuting.

On-the-job Training

A hands-on method of teaching the skills, knowledge, and competencies needed for employees to perform a specific job within the workplace.

Training Costs

Expenses associated with the process of providing employees with the skills and knowledge required for their job, including materials, facilities, and instructor salaries.