When an Internal Attribution Is Made and the Problem Is

question 74

Multiple Choice

When an internal attribution is made and the problem is determined to be insufficient ability, the manager is MOST likely to respond by ________.

• A) giving a reprimand
• B) monitoring subordinate behavior more closely
• C) finding new incentives for good performance
• D) setting easier deadlines

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Definitions:

Indirect Expenses

Indirect expenses are costs that cannot be directly attributed to a specific cost object, such as overhead or administrative expenses.

Direct Expenses

Direct expenses are costs that can be directly tied to the production or procurement of specific goods or services, such as raw materials and labor.

Direct Expense

Costs that can be directly traced to a product, service, or project, such as raw materials and labor.

Wages

Payments to employees for their labor or services, typically calculated on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis and paid on a regular schedule.