A Relative Measure of Poverty

question 24

Multiple Choice

A relative measure of poverty:

• A)is a set dollar amount below which a person must fall to be considered poor
• B)uses comparisons to an agreed upon norm to determine if a person is poor or not
• C)is how we determine who is poor for federal assistance
• D)is used to determine public social welfare program eligibility
• E)is a part of the public assistance system

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Definitions:

Equity Theory

Equity Theory suggests that individuals seek fairness in relationships, feeling satisfied when they perceive that their inputs and outcomes are proportional to those of their comparison others.

Continuance Commitment

Commitment that results when an employee remains with a company because of the high cost of losing organizational membership including monetary and social costs.

Normative Commitment

A commitment to the organization based on feelings of obligation.

Performance Review

A formal assessment where an employee's work performance is evaluated and discussed.