Madeline, Joe, and Ian Have All Applied for the Same

question 51

Multiple Choice

Madeline, Joe, and Ian have all applied for the same promotion.Madeline is chosen but may be particularly likely to devalue the promotion if she believes that

• A) it was based on equity considerations.
• B) the decision was made on the basis of an assessment center.
• C) her intrinsic motivation, not her ability, determined the decision.
• D) she got it because of her gender.

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Definitions:

Sales Mix

The combination of different products or services that a company sells, affecting profitability depending on the margins of each item.

Product Mix

The variety of products and services that a company offers to meet different customer needs and preferences.

Manufacturing Margin

Similar to contribution margin but specifically related to manufacturing, it evaluates the difference between manufacturing costs and the sales price of goods.

Contribution Margin

The amount by which a product's selling price exceeds its total variable costs, indicating the contribution towards covering fixed costs.