How Are "Gold Farms" Different from Traditional Sweatshops

question 74

Multiple Choice

How are "gold farms" different from traditional sweatshops?

• A) They usually meet minimum working standards for health and safety.
• B) They purchase and consume virtual goods instead of material goods.
• C) They may not pay much better wages, but the work is much more entertaining.
• D) They exploit workers to produce virtual goods instead of material goods.
• E) They focus exclusively on mineral resources.

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Definitions:

Structural Variables

Elements within an organization that can be adjusted or managed, such as hierarchy levels, departmentalization, and span of control, influencing its operations and effectiveness.

High-Involvement

A management approach where employees are deeply engaged and have a significant role in decision-making processes.

Professional Growth

The process of improving one’s skills, knowledge, and abilities in a professional career through training, education, and experiences.

Team Environment

A setting in which individuals work collaboratively towards common goals, often emphasizing communication, cooperation, and mutual support.