Which of the Following Would Not Support a High-Performance Work

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would not support a high-performance work system in a small-sized organization?

• A) developing training programs that continually update employee skills
• B) relying upon outsourcing arrangements
• C) implementing team-based work systems
• D) utilizing compensation practices that support specific organizational goals.

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