A Contingency Factor That Can Influence the Success of a Total

question 79

Multiple Choice

A contingency factor that can influence the success of a total quality management(TQM) program in a negative way is that:

• A) continuous improvement is a way of life.
• B) TQM serves to enrich jobs and motivate employees.
• C) problem-solving skills are improved for all employees.
• D) participation and teamwork are used to tackle significant problems.
• E) union leaders are left out of quality control discussions.

Analyze the concepts of equality-efficiency trade-off in the context of welfare programs and economic incentives.

Distinguish between different types of U.S. income-maintenance programs, including social insurance and public assistance programs.

Understand the issues related to measurement and interpretation of U.S. poverty rates.

Define and differentiate key terms and programs within the social welfare system, including TANF, SSI, Medicare, and Medicaid.

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