Molly, Who Works in a Sock Factory, Is Paid to Pack

question 17

Multiple Choice

Molly, who works in a sock factory, is paid to pack pairs of socks into boxes.In order to accomplish this she has to fold the socks, place them in plastic bags seal the bags and pack 100 individual pairs into a cardboard box.She works on a piece rate of $20 per 100 socks packed.The more socks she packs the more she is paid.This is an example of:

• A) individual incentives
• B) group incentives
• C) organisation-wide incentives
• D) discretionary bonuses

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Definitions:

Coordination

The process of organizing activities and resources efficiently and effectively to achieve defined goals and objectives within an organization.

Direct Contact

The immediate, face-to-face interaction or communication between individuals, without the use of intermediaries or technology.

Organization Members

Individuals who belong to and participate in the functioning of an organization, including employees, managers, and stakeholders.

Functional Departmentation

The organization of a company into departments based on functions, such as marketing, finance, and production.