Two Workers Are Employed in the Same Job by the Same

question 30

Multiple Choice

Two workers are employed in the same job by the same firm; however, they are paid different wage rates. This could be explained by differences in

• A) the income effect
• B) the price of the firm's output
• C) their marginal products due to differences in ability
• D) working conditions
• E) risk

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Definitions:

Punish Deficiencies

The act of imposing consequences or penalties for lacking certain qualities or failing to meet expected standards.

Positive Reinforcement

A process that strengthens a behavior by presenting a rewarding stimulus after the behavior occurs.

360-Degree Feedback

A feedback process where employees receive confidential, anonymous feedback from the people who work around them, including peers, subordinates, and supervisors.

Democratic Management Style

A management approach characterized by involving employees in decision-making processes, thus promoting workplace democracy.