Which of the Following Is the LEAST Relevant Characteristic of an Effective

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the LEAST relevant characteristic of an effective incentive plan?

• A) Incentives are based on industry standards.
• B) Rewards are attractive to targeted employees.
• C) Incentives are linked to effort and performance.
• D) Goals are specific, achievable, and challenging.

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Definitions:

Directional Research Hypothesis

A research hypothesis that posits a difference between groups in one direction.

Nondirectional Research Hypothesis

A research hypothesis that posits a difference between groups but not in either direction. See Directional Research Hypothesis.

Null Hypothesis

A hypothesis that there is no significant difference or effect, serving as the default assumption that is tested against.

Error Hypothesis

A statement positing the existence of a difference or effect, used in the context of hypothesis testing to denote a hypothesis that is tested for being in error relative to the null.