Barbara Finds That She Enjoys Her Work as an Elementary

question 27

Multiple Choice

Barbara finds that she enjoys her work as an elementary school teacher, but says that her teaching is being constantly evaluated and monitored by her principal. Although she has complained about this behavior, it persists. Using work adjustment theory, which explanation would you give for her lack of satisfaction?

• A) Her need for responsibility is not being met.
• B) Her ability to teach is not satisfactory.
• C) There is a lack of congruence between Barbara's work style and that of the principal.
• D) There is a poor match between Barbara's abilities and those of her chosen occupation.

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Definitions:

Predetermined Overhead Rate

An estimated rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to individual units of production, based on a specific activity (e.g., labor hours or machine hours).

Labor Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of labor and the budgeted or standard cost, often analyzed in cost accounting.

Standard Rate

A predetermined cost or price that is established for accounting or budgeting purposes, often used in costing and financial analysis.

Actual Hours

The real number of hours worked, as opposed to planned or estimated hours.