Which of the Following Practices Is a Threat to the Integrity

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following practices is a threat to the integrity of the job evaluation system?

• A) wider pay grades as the system goes up
• B) equal dollar differences between the range midpoint and the range minimum, and between the range midpoint and the range maximum
• C) wider range spreads for higher pay grades
• D) excessive overlaps between pay ranges

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Definitions:

Escalating commitment

A decision-making process where individuals or organizations continue to invest in a failing course of action due to the significant resources already spent.

Non-programmed Decision-Making

The process of making decisions in unpredictable and unique situations, requiring creative and critical thinking beyond routine procedures.

Satisficing

A decision-making strategy that aims for a satisfactory or adequate result, rather than the optimal solution, due to constraints.

Consultative decisions

a process where decision-making is shared among group members, often leading to consensus.