Scenario 4

question 107

Multiple Choice

Scenario 4.2 Use the following to answer the questions.
Colin Jackson recently purchased Blue Waters Adventures, a kayak and canoeing rental business near the Chatsworth River in Arizona. Blue Waters Adventures had been in operation for five years and was located in an ideal area. Even though the winters in the area can be cold, kayaking and canoeing activities are generally popular year-round. After two months of operation, it became clear why the previous owners had sold the business. While the business appeared to be ideally located, sales were extremely disappointing.
Refer to Scenario 4.2. Besides administering the questionnaire, Colin observed people who went kayaking and canoeing on the Chatsworth River, making notes about their appearance and behavior. The type of data he collected are ____ data.

• A) indirect
• B) mechanical
• C) secondary
• D) primary
• E) direct

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Definitions:

Compa-Ratio

A calculation used in human resources to compare an individual's salary to the midpoint of the market rate or salary range for their position.

Gainsharing

A compensation system where employees receive bonuses based on the improvement of operational efficiency and performance within an organization.

Merit Pay System

A compensation strategy where employees receive pay increases based on their performance evaluations.